2011 Ford Flex vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford Flex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Flex would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2011 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 701 kg more than 2011 Ford Flex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Flex. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford Flex | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Flex | F-150 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 411 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 2729 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 5603 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 2192 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1994 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2995 mm | 3386 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |