2012 Ford Flex vs. 2010 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2012 Ford Flex is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Flex weights approximately 32 kg more than 2010 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2010 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Flex. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2010 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Ford Flex | 2010 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Flex | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2995 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |