Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | |
Model | Ford Flex | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6200 265 lb-ft@3200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 117.9 in | 113.9 in | 4 in |
Length | 202.3 in | 188.8 in | 13.5 in |
Width | 75.9 in | 76.4 in | -0.5 in |
Height | 67.6 in | 68.2 in | -0.6 in |
Curb Weight | 4839 lb. | 4711 lb. | 128 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -3.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 39.6 in | 2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.4 in | 59.8 in | -1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 0.0 in | 55.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 41.4 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 38.9 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 56.7 in | 0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 0.0 in | 55 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 44.3 in | 34.9 in | 9.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.7 in | 0.0 in | 38.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.8 in | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 41.1 in | 0.0 in | 41.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.4 in | 0.0 in | 33.4 in |
Total Legroom | 118.5 in (over 3 rows) | 76.3 in (over 2 rows) | 42.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.4 ft3 | 32.1 ft3 | -12.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 45.0 ft3 | 32.1 | 12.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 86.7 ft3 | 70.9 ft3 | 15.8 ft3 |
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 |
2012 Volkswagen Touareg Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 225hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
More than usual leg room in the rear, even with the front seat all the way back. see full Volkswagen Touareg review |