Model Year | 2011 | 2012 | |
Model | Toyota RAV4 | Ford Flex | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 269 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700 |
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 | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.7 in | 117.9 in | -13.2 in |
Length | 181.1 in | 202.3 in | -21.2 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 75.9 in | -4.4 in |
Height | 66.3 in | 67.6 in | -1.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3680 lb. | 4839 lb. | -1159 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -3.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 41.8 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 58.4 in | -1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 55.4 in | -1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 40.8 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.7 in | 40.5 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 57.1 in | -1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 55.0 in | -2.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 44.3 in | -6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.2 in | 38.7 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 52.6 in | 50.8 in | 1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 43.3 in | 41.1 in | 2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 30.0 in | 33.4 in | -3.4 in |
Total Legroom | 110.1 in (over 3 rows) | 118.5 in (over 3 rows) | -8.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.3 ft3 | 19.4 ft3 | -7.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.2 ft3 | 45.0 ft3 | -7.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 73.0 ft3 | 86.7 ft3 | -13.7 ft3 |
2011 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I'm about 6'3" and 220lbs so I get cramped on long trips. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2012 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I'm about 6'3" and 220lbs so I get cramped on long trips. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
back seat is hard, not much leg room see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
no lumbar support see full Toyota RAV4 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 |