Model Year | 2012 | 2015 | |
Model | Buick Enclave | Nissan Quest | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 288 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@3400 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.9 in | 118.1 in | 0.8 in |
Length | 201.8 in | 200.8 in | 1 in |
Width | 79.0 in | 77.6 in | 1.4 in |
Height | 72.2 in | 71.5 in | 0.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4780 lb. | 4367 lb. | 413 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.0 gal. | 20.0 gal. | 2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 42.1 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 62.0 in | 64.5 in | -2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.4 in | 57.3 in | 0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 43.8 in | -2.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 41.6 in | -2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.4 in | 63.2 in | -1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.0 in | 66.0 in | -9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 36.7 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.2 in | 40.0 in | -2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.4 in | 61.2 in | -3.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.3 in | 49.6 in | -1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.2 in | 40.5 in | -7.3 in |
Total Legroom | 111.4 in (over 3 rows) | 121 in (over 3 rows) | -9.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.9 ft3 | 35.1 ft3 | -16.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 67.5 ft3 | 63.6 ft3 | 3.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 116.2 ft3 | 108.4 ft3 | 7.8 ft3 |
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 |
2015 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 260-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD |
Here's the main reason I bought this van: my kids! Of all the vans we tested, they believed the second and third row seats were the most comfortable. Some may laugh at the boxy shape and fat rear end of the Quest, but the reason it's designed that way is because it maximizes interior room. I'm 6'1" (taller in the torso than legs) and even I think the van is spacious when I sit in the third row. The head and shoulder room is incredible. The seats are all very comfortable. The soft suspension makes riding as a passenger a pleasure. So, despite all the shortcomings I mention in this review, in my opinion, the Quest tops all the competitors in the category of passenger and driver comfort. The pleasing and luxurious interior materials contribute to this. Too bad the production of this iteration of the Quest appears to be in its final chapter. see full Nissan Quest review |