Nissan Pathfinder (2012) vs. Ford Flex (2011) Specs

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2012 Nissan Pathfinder and 2011 Ford Flex Specifications

Model Year	2012	2011
Model	Nissan Pathfinder	Ford Flex
Engine	5.6L V8 DOHC-4v 310 hp@5200 388 lb-ft@3400	turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500
Transmission	5-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	4WD w/low range	AWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	112.2 in	117.9 in	-5.7 in
Length	192.3 in	202.3 in	-10 in
Width	72.8 in	75.9 in	-3.1 in
Height	72.0 in	67.6 in	4.4 in
Curb Weight	5020 lb.	4839 lb.	181 lb.
Fuel Capacity	21.1 gal.	19.2 gal.	1.9 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.0 in	41.8 in	-1.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	58.3 in	58.4 in	-0.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1	55.5 in	55.4 in	0.1 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.4 in	40.8 in	1.6 in
Headroom, Row 2	40.0 in	40.5 in	-0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	58.4 in	57.1 in	1.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2	57.6 in	55.0 in	2.6 in
Legroom, Row 2	34.2 in	44.3 in	-10.1 in
Headroom, Row 3	36.7 in	38.7 in	-2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	57.1 in	50.8 in	6.3 in
Hip Room, Row 3	44.0 in	41.1 in	2.9 in
Legroom, Row 3	28.1 in	33.4 in	-5.3 in
Total Legroom	104.7 in (over 3 rows)	118.5 in (over 3 rows)	-13.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	16.5 ft³	19.4 ft³	-2.9 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	49.2 ft³	45.0 ft³	4.2 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	79.2 ft³	86.7 ft³	-7.5 ft³

2012 Nissan Pathfinder Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	Adults will easily fit in both back rows if the second row is adjusted midway through its travel, but they won't be very comfortable. Total legroom for all three rows is a generous 114.7 inches, 3.4 more than in the larger GMC Acadia. But as in the Acadia, the second row seat is too low to provide adults with proper thigh support. The Ford Flex is the champ in this area, while the new Santa Fe also puts in a strong showing. The seat cushion itself feels more substantial than that in the Acadia, but the GMC can fit three people in the third row (as can the Pilot). Only two can sit back there in the Pathfinder. see full Nissan Pathfinder review

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Nissan Pathfinder.

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

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