Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
Model | Buick Enclave | Kia Spectra | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 288 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@3400 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.9 in | 102.8 in | 16.1 in |
Length | 201.8 in | 171.3 in | 30.5 in |
Width | 79.0 in | 68.3 in | 10.7 in |
Height | 72.2 in | 57.9 in | 14.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4780 lb. | 2844 lb. | 1936 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.0 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 7.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 40.0 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 62.0 in | 55.1 in | 6.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.4 in | 52.4 in | 5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.8 in | -1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 38.8 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.4 in | 53.9 in | 7.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.0 in | 53.9 in | 3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 35.4 in | 1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.2 in | 0.0 in | 37.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.4 in | 0.0 in | 57.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.3 in | 0.0 in | 48.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.2 in | 0.0 in | 33.2 in |
Total Legroom | 111.4 in (over 3 rows) | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | 33.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.9 ft3 | 18.3 ft3 | 0.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 67.5 ft3 | 18.3 | 49.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 116.2 ft3 | 52.8 ft3 | 63.4 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 |
2009 Kia Spectra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Very comfortable for prolonged around-town driving, not bad for long trips. Could use adjustable lumbar support, but all other adjustments are very good. The non-sueded cloth is comfortable and durable. see full Kia Spectra review |