Model Year | 2012 | 2007 | |
Model | Buick Enclave | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 288 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@3400 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 215 hp@5600 222 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.9 in | 106.9 in | 12 in |
Length | 201.8 in | 184.6 in | 17.2 in |
Width | 79.0 in | 71.9 in | 7.1 in |
Height | 72.2 in | 67.9 in | 4.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4980 lb. | 3935 lb. | 1045 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.0 gal. | 19.1 gal. | 2.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 40.0 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 62.0 in | 57.9 in | 4.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.4 in | 55.1 in | 2.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 40.7 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 39.8 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.4 in | 57.0 in | 4.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.0 in | 54.9 in | 2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 36.4 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.2 in | 32.3 in | 4.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.4 in | 53.2 in | 4.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.3 in | 39.8 in | 8.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.2 in | 30.2 in | 3 in |
Total Legroom | 111.4 in (over 3 rows) | 107.3 in (over 3 rows) | 4.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.9 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | 8.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 67.5 ft3 | 39.7 ft3 | 27.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 116.2 ft3 | 80.6 ft3 | 35.6 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 |
2007 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 |
2006 | 4dr SUV 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Ease of entry and exit and the spacious leg room. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2007 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |