Model Year | 2012 | 2019 | |
Model | Buick Enclave | Kia Forte | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 288 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@3400 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 3,020 mm | 2,700 mm | 1 mm |
Length | 5,126 mm | 4,641 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 2,007 mm | 1,801 mm | 1 mm |
Height | 1,834 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,168 kg | 1,275 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 83 L | 53 L | 30 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,026 mm | 986 mm | -985 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,575 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,458 mm | 1,346 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 991 mm | 953 mm | 38 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,560 mm | 1,405 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,448 mm | 1,298 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 937 mm | 907 mm | 30 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 945 mm | 0 mm | 945 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,458 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,227 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 843 mm | 0 mm | 843 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,830 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,979 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 535 L | 433 L | 102 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,911 L | 15.3 | -14.3 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 3,290 L | 15.3 | -12.3 L |
2012 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 |
2012 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 |
2019 Kia Forte Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2019 | I found both rows of seats comfortable in the Kia. Outward visibility from the driver seat is pretty good, though the windshield is raked a bit much for my taste. Rear seat passengers enjoy a cushion comfortably high off the floor (unlike the Civic's) and a relatively open view forward. I personally have issues with the shape of the front seats in compact Hondas. Both their lumbar bulges and their headrests just too far forward. Try thoroughly before buying. see full Kia Forte review |
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