Toyota 4Runner vs. Ford Flex Review

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs roughly the same to get the Ford to the dealership as the Toyota 4Runner. Producing an accurate fuel economy evaluation is so hard that some think not even the federal government can do it, but it looks as though both the Toyota 4Runner and the Toyota 4Runner perform almost similarly in terms of gas mileage. There frankly isn't much of a difference in gas mileage here, but if you must know, the 4Runner is a bit more economical than the Ford Flex. In terms of MSRP, the Ford costs about as much as the Toyota 4Runner (though the Toyota 4Runner is slightly cheaper).

Utility
Drivers with frequent child-duty might favor the Ford Flex over the Toyota 4Runner. Towing is considerably more the Toyota 4Runner's forte than it is the Ford Flex's.

Convenience
The Ford Flex's fuel tank will need to be replenished more often than the unit in the 4Runner.

Comfort
Taller drivers will considerably enjoy the extra head room in the Ford Flex's front cabin compared to the Toyota 4Runner. The ampler interior dimensions of the Ford Flex make it roomier for your passengers than the 4Runner.

Dimensions
Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Toyota 4Runner than the Ford because of its bigger tank. The Toyota 4Runner and the Ford Flex compete for the same parking spaces. The Toyota 4Runner's shorter wheelbase will give a sprier feel in daily traffic. However, the Ford Flex is likely to have a smoother, more stable ride.

Performance
With respect to horsepower, the Flex packs quite a punch and will knock the Toyota 4Runner down a few rungs. On the flip side, note that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Handling
With its tighter turning radius, the 4Runner is most certainly nimbler than the Ford Flex, something to consider if you do a lot of city driving; on the other hand, bear in mind that a vehicle with a tight turning circle may feel a bit twitchy on the highway.

Drivetrain
The Ford Flex's engine is somewhat smaller than the Toyota 4Runner's, but not terribly so. Torque is the force that lets you accelerate quickly, and in this respect, the Toyota is substantially more powerful than the Flex.

Warranty
The Ford Flex and the Toyota 4Runner have the same basic warranty.