2009 Ford Flex vs. 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300. (213 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 weights approximately 514 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
Because 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 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 Progress NC 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300. (298 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Flex | 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Flex | Progress NC 300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
