2011 Ford Fiesta vs. 2011 Ford Flex
To start off, both 2011 Ford Fiesta and 2011 Ford Flex were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Flex weights approximately 877 kg more than 2011 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fiesta. 2011 Ford Flex has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Fiesta | 2011 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta | Flex |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4067 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1697 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2489 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
