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2012 Ford Flex and 2008 Toyota Highlander Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
| Model | Ford Flex | Toyota Highlander | |
| Engine | turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 117.9 in | 109.8 in | 8.1 in |
| Length | 202.3 in | 188.4 in | 13.9 in |
| Width | 75.9 in | 75.2 in | 0.7 in |
| Height | 67.6 in | 68.1 in | -0.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4839 lb. | 3979 lb. | 860 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 19.2 gal. | 0 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 40.6 in | 1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.4 in | 59.7 in | -1.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 56.7 in | -1.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 43.2 in | -2.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 40.1 in | 0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 59.5 in | -2.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 56.5 in | -1.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 44.3 in | 38.3 in | 6 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 38.7 in | 36.3 in | 2.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.8 in | 55.0 in | -4.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 41.1 in | 42.3 in | -1.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 33.4 in | 29.2 in | 4.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 118.5 in (over 3 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | 7.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.4 ft3 | 10.3 ft3 | 9.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 45.0 ft3 | 42.3 ft3 | 2.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 86.7 ft3 | 95.4 ft3 | -8.7 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Ford Flex
| 2012 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 355hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The seating throughout the vehicle is extremely roomy. Adults can fit comfortably in both the second and third row seats. The driver and passenger seats are also extremely comfortable. see full Ford Flex review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Toyota Highlander
| 2008 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Third row seating and 2nd row has more leg room than the Murano by about 1". see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
4 cup holders see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Limo-like leg room and captains chairs see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 209-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
The widest seats of all Midsize SUVs (X5, Q7, Tourag, Cayenne, etc.) see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2008 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
seats were hard and flat. Even top of the line luxury model seats were a big disappointment . . . one of the principal reasons we did not choose this vehicle see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Only two seats in the 2nd row, very small leg room in the 3rd row. see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row seat is full bench seat and individual side can not be raised or lowered independently. Access and available room much less than MDX. see full Toyota Highlander review |
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