| Model Year | 2017 | 2009 | |
| Model | Ford Flex | Toyota Highlander | |
| Engine | turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 365 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@3500 |
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 | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 117.9 in | 109.8 in | 8.1 in |
| Length | 201.8 in | 188.4 in | 13.4 in |
| Width | 75.9 in | 75.2 in | 0.7 in |
| Height | 68.0 in | 68.1 in | -0.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4839 lb. | 4178 lb. | 661 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 | 55.5 in | 56.7 in | -1.2 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 | 58.1 in | 59.5 in | -1.4 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 | 33.3 in | 29.2 in | 4.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 118.4 in (over 3 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | 7.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 20.0 ft3 | 10.3 ft3 | 9.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.2 ft3 | 42.3 ft3 | 0.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.2 ft3 | 95.4 ft3 | -12.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Ford Flex.
| 2009 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 187-horsepower 2.7L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of room in the second row, including seats that recline and move back & forth. Having the third row as an option for occasional use was really the deciding factor. 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 | 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 |
| 2009 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |