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Buick Enclave (2008) vs. Ford Flex (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Buick Enclave and 2009 Ford Flex specs.

2008 Buick Enclave and 2009 Ford Flex Specifications

Model Year 2008 2009  
Model Buick Enclave Ford Flex  
Engine 3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
275 hp@6600
251 lb-ft@3200
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
262 hp@6250
248 lb-ft@4500
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 3,020 mm 2,995 mm 1 mm
Length 5,126 mm 5,138 mm 0 mm
Width 2,007 mm 1,928 mm 1 mm
Height 1,834 mm 1,717 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 2,261 kg 2,132 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 83 L 73 L 10 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,026 mm 1,062 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,575 mm 1,483 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,458 mm 1,407 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,049 mm 1,036 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 991 mm 1,029 mm 990 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,560 mm 1,450 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,448 mm 1,397 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 937 mm 1,125 mm 936 mm
Headroom, Row 3 945 mm 983 mm -38 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 1,458 mm 1,290 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 1,227 mm 1,044 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 3 843 mm 848 mm -5 mm
Total Legroom 2,830 mm (over 3 rows) 3,010 mm (over 3 rows) -1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 535 L 549 L -14 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,911 L 1,274 L 0 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 3,290 L 2,455 L 1 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Buick Enclave

2008 Buick Enclave Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
roomy seating for eight, ease of access to third row seat is better than others I have looked at. see full Buick Enclave review
2008 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Better than most see full Buick Enclave review
2008 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Long seat base and 8 way power heated seats. see full Buick Enclave review
2008 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Available third row with 60/40 split. More leg room than Toyota Highlander. see full Buick Enclave review
2008 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Roomy & Comfortable see full Buick Enclave review
2008 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Access to the third seat is best in class, as is the rear seat comfort. (and I tried all the large crossovers) see full Buick Enclave review
2008 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
True 7 passenger seating unlike most of the competing vehicles see full Buick Enclave review
2008 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
It has the room of my old Chrysler long-wheelbase minivan see full Buick Enclave review
2008 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Seat room is ample see full Buick Enclave review
2008 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Very roomy, we have had 6 adults (total) in the car many times, even the third row passengers are comfortable, with the exception of possibly leg room if you are tall. But in no way do you feel squished. see full Buick Enclave review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Ford Flex

2009 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed automatic FWD
Plenty of room in the first and second rows. The third row will fit an adult, but is better for the kids. see full Ford Flex review
2010 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed automatic FWD
Tons of rear leg room. Can accommodate basketball players see full Ford Flex review
2010 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed automatic FWD
Very comfortable and easy to adjust front seats with good materials, good controls, and sufficient room to stretch out your legs. see full Ford Flex review
2010 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed automatic FWD
everything see full Ford Flex review
2009 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed automatic FWD
My over 6 foot tall friends absolutely love my Flex because their knees never touch the backs of the front seats. The rear seat is like sitting in a stretch limo. With plenty of cup holders and storage for all to enjoy. see full Ford Flex review
2009 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed automatic AWD
Extremely comfortable and accomodating see full Ford Flex review
2009 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed automatic FWD
The front seats exceptionally comfortable. They are large and supportive. see full Ford Flex review
2009 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed automatic FWD
The second row seats have limo class legroom and are sofa comfy. The second row screams road trip. The third row seats are ample for cross town trips for adults (6ft folks will fit) and should be no problems for the smaller ones. see full Ford Flex review
2009 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed automatic AWD
Multiple seat settings and very comfortable seats. see full Ford Flex review
2009 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed automatic AWD
Lots of leg room. Comfy seats. Personal headphones are good, too. see full Ford Flex review
2009 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr SUV turbocharged 355hp 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Took awhile to think of something that could be improved but a bit larger area in the front drivers footwell would be appreciated. That's about it. see full Ford Flex review
 
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