Model Year | 2011 | 2010 | |
Model | Ford Flex | Toyota RAV4 | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 269 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 117.9 in | 104.7 in | 13.2 in |
Length | 202.3 in | 181.1 in | 21.2 in |
Width | 75.9 in | 71.5 in | 4.4 in |
Height | 67.6 in | 66.3 in | 1.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4839 lb. | 3680 lb. | 1159 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 3.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 40.8 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.4 in | 57.1 in | 1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 53.8 in | 1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 41.8 in | -1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 39.7 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 55.3 in | 1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 52.4 in | 2.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 44.3 in | 38.3 in | 6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.7 in | 37.2 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.8 in | 52.6 in | -1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 41.1 in | 43.3 in | -2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.4 in | 30.0 in | 3.4 in |
Total Legroom | 118.5 in (over 3 rows) | 110.1 in (over 3 rows) | 8.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.4 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 | 7.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 45.0 ft3 | 37.2 ft3 | 7.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 86.7 ft3 | 73.0 ft3 | 13.7 ft3 |
2011 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 |
2010 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
everything see full Ford Flex review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Very comfortable and easy to adjust front seats with good materials, good controls, and sufficient room to stretch out your legs. see full Ford Flex review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Tons of rear leg room. Can accommodate basketball players see full Ford Flex review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Plenty of room in the first and second rows. The third row will fit an adult, but is better for the kids. see full Ford Flex review |
2011 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 355hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Took awhile to think of something that could be improved but a bit larger area in the front drivers footwell would be appreciated. That's about it. see full Ford Flex review |
2010 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Easy access for us older folk and plenty of room once we get there. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2010 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
back seat is hard, not much leg room see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
no lumbar support see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Harder seats than in the Murano, and now in a good way. The Murano has power lumbar support, letting you melt in the seat as much as you wish. Better lateral support in the Murano as well. see full Toyota RAV4 review |