Model Year | 2013 | 2012 | |
Model | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | Ford Flex | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 256 hp@4300 243 lb-ft@2400 |
turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 117.9 in | -16.4 in |
Length | 165.4 in | 202.3 in | -36.9 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 75.9 in | -5.6 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 67.6 in | -9.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3326 lb. | 4839 lb. | -1513 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -4.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 41.8 in | -2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 58.4 in | -3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.4 in | -55.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 40.8 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 40.5 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 57.1 in | -4.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.0 in | -55 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 44.3 in | -8.8 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 | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 118.5 in (over 3 rows) | -41.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 19.4 ft3 | -4.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.0 | 45.0 ft3 | -30 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 46.0 ft3 | 86.7 ft3 | -40.7 ft3 |
2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI 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 |