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2018 Buick Enclave and 2008 GMC Acadia Specifications
| Model Year | 2018 | 2008 | |
| Model | Buick Enclave | GMC Acadia | |
| Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 310 hp@6800 266 lb-ft@2800 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 275 hp@6600 251 lb-ft@3200 |
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| Transmission | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 120.9 in | 118.9 in | 2 in |
| Length | 204.3 in | 200.7 in | 3.6 in |
| Width | 78.8 in | 78.2 in | 0.6 in |
| Height | 69.9 in | 72.8 in | -2.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 4359 lb. | 4722 lb. | -363 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.0 gal. | 22.0 gal. | -3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 40.4 in | 0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 62.4 in | 61.9 in | 0.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.1 in | 57.8 in | 1.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 41.3 in | -0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.9 in | 39.3 in | 0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.7 in | 61.1 in | 0.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.7 in | 57.9 in | -0.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 36.9 in | 2 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.6 in | 38.4 in | -0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.3 in | 57.8 in | -0.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.5 in | 48.3 in | 0.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 33.5 in | 33.2 in | 0.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 113.6 in (over 3 rows) | 111.4 in (over 3 rows) | 2.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.6 ft3 | 19.7 ft3 | 3.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 58.0 ft3 | 69.0 ft3 | -11 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 97.6 ft3 | 117.0 ft3 | -19.4 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2018 Buick Enclave
| 2018 Buick Enclave Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 2018 | Despite its size, the original Buick Enclave had a tighter, less comfortable second-row seat than many smaller crossovers. With the redesign this has been fixed. Second-row legroom has increased by a substantial three inches and--of at least equal significance--the seat cushions have been raised higher off the floor. Adults sitting in the second-row seats now enjoy a modicum of thigh support. But if you want to fit three people in the Enclave's second row, you can't. All Enclaves are fitted with captain's chairs. For an eight-passenger large crossover, check out the related Chevrolet Traverse. The Enclave's third-row seat isn't as roomy or as comfortable as its second-row seats, with both knee room and head room in shorter supply (the latter thanks to a bulge in the rearmost section of the headlinder). But if the second row is moved forward a couple of inches (also necessary for folding the third-row seat) then both rows offer plenty of legroom. It helps that there's plenty of space for toes beneath the second-row seats. Plus there's enough shoulder room for three people in the way-back, one more than in most three-row crossovers. Occupants of both the second and the third rows enjoy an open view forward thanks to stadium-style seating. Volvo's reputation for comfortable seats is based on the comfort of its cars' front seats. The Volvo's second-row seats are comfortably high off the floor, but they aren't as roomy as the those in the larger Buick. It's third-row seat is considerably tighter than that in the Buick, and can only hold two (optimally prepubescent) people. see full Buick Enclave review | |
| 2018 Buick Enclave Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| Similarly, while the Buick Enclave's front seats are comfortable, they're marginal for those in a nearly $60,000 vehicle. The Volvo XC90's front seats are available with a much larger number of adjustments and even without these look and feel much more posh than the Buick's. Some people might also find the Enclave's tall center console overly intrusive. I personally like the sporty vibe it brings to an otherwise unsporty vehicle. In general I like what Buick's designers tried to do inside the Enclave, with clean, flowing lines and a low-profile Audi-like instrument panel. There's just something missing in the execution--it's about 95 percent of the way there--and I can't quite put my finger on what the missing 5 percent is. It's in the details. see full Buick Enclave review | ||
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2018 Buick Enclave
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 GMC Acadia
| 2008 GMC Acadia Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Since this is our family hauler, it needed to accommodate 5 people, with enough space between 3 kids to keep long trips bearable. Adults can sit comfortably in the third row. see full GMC Acadia review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
3rd row is big enough for adults, leg room & head room, comfortable bench seat; 2nd row captains chairs were an option that I chose; easy to get around 2nd row and into 3rd row. I believe the Acadia was 11" longer than the Toyota Highlander. see full GMC Acadia review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Captain chairs makes it easier to bring the dog on long trips. see full GMC Acadia review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Third row seating actually is practical. see full GMC Acadia review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
There are very few SUVs that can seat 7 VERY comfortably that are not HUGE suburban type SUVs. We are very pleased that the 3rd row can truly seat 3 adults with no issues. I love that I can still load it up at Costco by folding the 3rd seat down! see full GMC Acadia review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Love how comfy it is-- heated seats, (though I would have loved the 2009 A/C seats on my 2008-- boo hoo!), all the controls-- love the music controls on the steering wheel. see full GMC Acadia review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Plenty of legroom, seat has many adjustment. see full GMC Acadia review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Best 3rd row leg room in its class. Smart slide seats provide easy access to 3rd row see full GMC Acadia review |
| 2008 GMC Acadia Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Have taken this car on long trips, 14 hours of driving, multiple days in a row. The front seats are ok but not very comfortable. It's even tiring for the passenger. see full GMC Acadia review |
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