Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | |
Model | Tesla Model S | Ford Flex | |
Engine | Electric 362 hp 325 lb-ft |
turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 1-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 116.5 in | 117.9 in | -1.4 in |
Length | 196.0 in | 202.3 in | -6.3 in |
Width | 77.3 in | 75.9 in | 1.4 in |
Height | 56.5 in | 67.6 in | -11.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4647 lb. | 4839 lb. | -192 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 0.0 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -19.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 41.8 in | -3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.7 in | 58.4 in | -0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.0 in | 55.4 in | -0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.7 in | 40.8 in | 1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 35.3 in | 40.5 in | -5.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 57.1 in | -2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 55.0 in | -0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.4 in | 44.3 in | -8.9 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 | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 118.5 in (over 3 rows) | -40.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 31.6 ft3 | 19.4 ft3 | 12.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 31.6 | 45.0 ft3 | -13.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 63.4 ft3 | 86.7 ft3 | -23.3 ft3 |
2012 Tesla Model S Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The front seats in the Tesla Model S are reasonably comfortable, but don't look or feel especially luxurious and provide little lateral support in turns. At least in the Performance model the side bolsters should be larger and/or adjustable. The seats in the A7 similarly need more aggressive bolsters. The seats in the S7 have them. see full Tesla Model S review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Tesla Model S.
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 |