Model Year | 2008 | 2010 | |
Model | Buick Enclave | GMC Acadia | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 275 hp@6600 251 lb-ft@3200 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 288 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.9 in | 118.9 in | 0 in |
Length | 201.8 in | 200.7 in | 1.1 in |
Width | 79.0 in | 78.2 in | 0.8 in |
Height | 72.2 in | 69.9 in | 2.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4985 lb. | 4936 lb. | 49 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.0 gal. | 22.0 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 40.4 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 62.0 in | 61.9 in | 0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.4 in | 57.8 in | -0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.3 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 39.3 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.4 in | 61.1 in | 0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.0 in | 57.9 in | -0.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 36.9 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.2 in | 38.4 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.4 in | 57.8 in | -0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.3 in | 48.3 in | 0 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.2 in | 33.2 in | 0 in |
Total Legroom | 111.4 in (over 3 rows) | 111.4 in (over 3 rows) | 0 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.9 ft3 | 24.1 ft3 | -5.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 67.5 ft3 | 68.9 ft3 | -1.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 116.2 ft3 | 116.9 ft3 | -0.7 ft3 |
2008 Buick Enclave Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2010 GMC Acadia Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
we travel with adults not children and find the 2nd row very comfortable. see full GMC Acadia review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Better 2nd & 3rd row comfort than the Honda Minivan (this is to be a daily driver for a family with 4 kids under 10) see full GMC Acadia review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of head room for tall folks. Comfortable seats. Lots of knee room. see full GMC Acadia review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Power seats have versatile adjustments. Thigh support is better than some compact SUVs that I compared. Tilt and telescoping steering wheel is flexible for driving position. see full GMC Acadia review |