2001 Toyota Tundra vs. 2011 Ford Flex
To start off, 2011 Ford Flex is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2001 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Flex, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Flex. (336 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Tundra | 2011 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Tundra | Flex |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
