Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | |
Model | Buick Enclave | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 288 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@3400 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 3,020 mm | 2,789 mm | 1 mm |
Length | 5,126 mm | 4,785 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 2,007 mm | 1,910 mm | 1 mm |
Height | 1,834 mm | 1,730 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,259 kg | 1,895 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 83 L | 73 L | 10 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,026 mm | 1,031 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,575 mm | 1,516 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,458 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,097 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 991 mm | 1,019 mm | 990 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,560 mm | 1,511 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,448 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 937 mm | 973 mm | -36 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 945 mm | 922 mm | 23 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,458 mm | 1,397 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,227 mm | 1,074 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 843 mm | 742 mm | 101 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,830 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 535 L | 292 L | 243 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,911 L | 1,198 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 3,290 L | 2,701 L | 1 L |
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 |
2008 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Third row seating and 2nd row has more leg room than the Murano by about 1". see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
4 cup holders see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Limo-like leg room and captains chairs see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 209-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
The widest seats of all Midsize SUVs (X5, Q7, Tourag, Cayenne, etc.) see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
seats were hard and flat. Even top of the line luxury model seats were a big disappointment . . . one of the principal reasons we did not choose this vehicle see full Toyota Highlander review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Only two seats in the 2nd row, very small leg room in the 3rd row. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row seat is full bench seat and individual side can not be raised or lowered independently. Access and available room much less than MDX. see full Toyota Highlander review |