Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | |
Model | Buick Enclave | Acura MDX | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 288 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@3400 |
3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6000 275 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.9 in | 108.3 in | 10.6 in |
Length | 201.8 in | 190.7 in | 11.1 in |
Width | 79.0 in | 78.5 in | 0.5 in |
Height | 72.2 in | 68.2 in | 4 in |
Curb Weight | 4980 lb. | 4539 lb. | 441 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.0 gal. | 21.0 gal. | 1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 39.2 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 62.0 in | 61.6 in | 0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.4 in | 59.0 in | -1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.2 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 38.6 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.4 in | 61.5 in | -0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.0 in | 59.1 in | -2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 38.7 in | -1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.2 in | 35.7 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.4 in | 57.1 in | 0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.3 in | 42.0 in | 6.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.2 in | 29.1 in | 4.1 in |
Total Legroom | 111.4 in (over 3 rows) | 109 in (over 3 rows) | 2.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.9 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 3.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 67.5 ft3 | 42.9 ft3 | 24.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 116.2 ft3 | 83.5 ft3 | 32.7 ft3 |
2011 Buick Enclave Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very comfortable seats for long trips. Lots of adjustment see full Buick Enclave review |
2011 Buick Enclave Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 0 | The headrests on the two front seats are a NIGHTMARE! I had to recline my driver's seat slightly because the headrest pushes my head and neck so far forward, it was causing me to have pain and spasms in my neck and shoulders! I don't know who signed of on this design, but they were clearly asleep that day! I've heard this issue has been addressed in newer models and (I think) there is a newer option for which you can swap out these awful headrests. I may look into that... see full Buick Enclave review |
2008 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Vehicle is wide, and it feels very room from boht the drivers' and passengers' sides. see full Acura MDX review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
It was the most comfortable of the vehicles we tested, including the Volvo XC90, Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited, and Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring. Soft leather, supportive seats. see full Acura MDX review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The 3rd row seat can eaily seat 2 adults or even 3 kids see full Acura MDX review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
very comfortable for long trips of 500 or more miles see full Acura MDX review |
2008 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Claustrophic, unusable 3rd row, with immovable knee-wall see full Acura MDX review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Not enough thigh support. see full Acura MDX review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Leg room in far back seat to little. see full Acura MDX review |