Model Year | 2010 | 2012 | |
Model | Honda Civic | Ford Flex | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@7800 139 lb-ft@6200 |
turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 117.9 in | -11.6 in |
Length | 176.7 in | 202.3 in | -25.6 in |
Width | 69.0 in | 75.9 in | -6.9 in |
Height | 56.5 in | 67.6 in | -11.1 in |
Curb Weight | 2912 lb. | 4839 lb. | -1927 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 41.8 in | -2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 58.4 in | -4.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.9 in | 55.4 in | -3.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 40.8 in | 1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 40.5 in | -3.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 57.1 in | -4.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.0 in | 55.0 in | -4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 44.3 in | -9.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.7 in | -38.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.8 in | -50.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 41.1 in | -41.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.4 in | -33.4 in |
Total Legroom | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 118.5 in (over 3 rows) | -41.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 19.4 ft3 | -7.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.0 | 45.0 ft3 | -33 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.0 ft3 | 86.7 ft3 | -74.7 ft3 |
2010 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The seats fit me perfectly. see full Honda Civic review |
2010 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Coupe 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Rear seat was a bit tight for adults, in hindsight we should have bought the Accord. see full Honda Civic review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Driver seat is uncomfortable. Not upright enough. Not a great seat for correct posture. see full Honda Civic review |
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 |