Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
Model | Toyota 4Runner | Ford Flex | |
Engine | 4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5400 306 lb-ft@3400 |
turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 117.9 in | -8.1 in |
Length | 189.2 in | 202.3 in | -13.1 in |
Width | 75.2 in | 75.9 in | -0.7 in |
Height | 69.3 in | 67.6 in | 1.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4255 lb. | 4839 lb. | -584 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.0 gal. | 19.2 gal. | 3.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 41.8 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 58.4 in | -0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.3 in | 55.4 in | -0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 40.8 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 40.5 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.2 in | 57.1 in | 0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.4 in | 55.0 in | 0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 44.3 in | -9.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 32.9 in | 38.7 in | -5.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 56.7 in | 50.8 in | 5.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.4 in | 41.1 in | 7.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 24.1 in | 33.4 in | -9.3 in |
Total Legroom | 100.5 in (over 3 rows) | 118.5 in (over 3 rows) | -18 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 19.4 ft3 | -7.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 36.6 ft3 | 45.0 ft3 | -8.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 75.1 ft3 | 86.7 ft3 | -11.6 ft3 |
2009 Toyota 4Runner Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
not enough leg room see full Toyota 4Runner 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 |