Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | |
Model | Mazda CX-7 | Ford Flex | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 244 hp@5000 258 lb-ft@2500 |
turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,751 mm | 2,995 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,681 mm | 5,138 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,872 mm | 1,928 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,646 mm | 1,717 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,815 kg | 2,195 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 62 L | 73 L | -11 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,008 mm | 1,062 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,473 mm | 1,483 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,392 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,059 mm | 1,036 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 998 mm | 1,029 mm | 997 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,417 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,346 mm | 1,397 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 925 mm | 1,125 mm | 924 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 983 mm | -983 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,290 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,044 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 848 mm | -848 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) | 3,010 mm (over 3 rows) | -2 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 847 L | 549 L | 298 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 29.9 | 1,274 L | 28.9 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,659 L | 2,455 L | -1 L |
2012 Mazda CX-7 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 161-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tight seating in rear unless seats are pulled way fwd. see full Mazda CX-7 review |
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 |