Model Year | 2008 | 2007 | |
Model | Buick Enclave | Nissan Quest | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 275 hp@6600 251 lb-ft@3200 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 235 hp@5800 240 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.9 in | 124.0 in | -5.1 in |
Length | 201.8 in | 204.1 in | -2.3 in |
Width | 79.0 in | 77.6 in | 1.4 in |
Height | 72.2 in | 71.9 in | 0.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4780 lb. | 4291 lb. | 489 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.0 gal. | 20.1 gal. | 1.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 41.7 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 62.0 in | 63.7 in | -1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.4 in | 65.6 in | -8.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.7 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 41.7 in | -2.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.4 in | 66.2 in | -4.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.0 in | 67.4 in | -10.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 42.1 in | -5.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.2 in | 37.6 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.4 in | 61.6 in | -4.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.3 in | 50.0 in | -1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.2 in | 39.6 in | -6.4 in |
Total Legroom | 111.4 in (over 3 rows) | 123.4 in (over 3 rows) | -12 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.9 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | -13.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 67.5 ft3 | 87.7 ft3 | -20.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 116.2 ft3 | 145.7 ft3 | -29.5 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 |
2007 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Superior to other minivans in ease of entry, available legroom, and comfort. see full Nissan Quest review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The bench back seems kinds stiff after sitting in the captains chairs.That is one thing they could improve. see full Nissan Quest review |
2007 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The seat is not as comfortable as Chrysler or Toyota. This is not an issue except for very long trips (6-8 hrs). see full Nissan Quest review |