Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
Model | Ford Flex | Volkswagen Routan | |
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Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 117.9 in | 121.2 in | -3.3 in |
Length | 202.3 in | 202.5 in | -0.2 in |
Width | 75.9 in | 76.9 in | -1 in |
Height | 67.6 in | 68.9 in | -1.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4471 lb. | 4335 lb. | 136 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 20.5 gal. | -1.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 39.8 in | 2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.4 in | 63.0 in | -4.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 0.0 in | 55.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 40.6 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 39.2 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 64.7 in | -7.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 0.0 in | 55 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 44.3 in | 36.3 in | 8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.7 in | 37.9 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.8 in | 62.0 in | -11.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 41.1 in | 0.0 in | 41.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.4 in | 31.8 in | 1.6 in |
Total Legroom | 118.5 in (over 3 rows) | 108.7 in (over 3 rows) | 9.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.4 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | -12.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 45.0 ft3 | 83.0 ft3 | -38 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 86.7 ft3 | 141.0 ft3 | -54.3 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 |
2009 Volkswagen Routan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 251-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
we have the higher line SEL with Nappa leather seats, just the right amount of padding and thigh support for long trips see full Volkswagen Routan review |