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Buick Enclave (2008) vs. Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Buick Enclave and 2006 Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI specs.

2008 Buick Enclave and 2006 Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI Specifications

Model Year 2008 2006  
Model Buick Enclave Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI  
Engine 3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
275 hp@6600
251 lb-ft@3200
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
200 hp@5500
207 lb-ft@1800
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed automated manual  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 118.9 in 98.9 in 20 in
Length 201.8 in 164.9 in 36.9 in
Width 79.0 in 68.3 in 10.7 in
Height 72.2 in 56.7 in 15.5 in
Curb Weight 4780 lb. 3078 lb. 1702 lb.
Fuel Capacity 22.0 gal. 14.5 gal. 7.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.4 in 38.6 in 1.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 62.0 in 53.7 in 8.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 57.4 in 0.0 in 57.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.3 in 41.5 in -0.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.0 in 37.4 in 1.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 61.4 in 52.4 in 9 in
Hip Room, Row 2 57.0 in 0.0 in 57 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.9 in 33.5 in 3.4 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) 75 in (over 2 rows) 36.4 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 18.9 ft3 18.0 ft3 0.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 67.5 ft3 18.0 49.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 116.2 ft3 41.8 ft3 74.4 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Buick Enclave

2008 Buick Enclave Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI

2006 Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Hatch 150-horsepower 2.5L I5
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
most comfortable seats out of the Totoya Matrix, Mazda 3, Honda fit, Nissan Versa see full Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI review
2007 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Excellent seats and comfort, however occasionally find the seats a bit narrow and the foot well can be tight in some shoes. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI review
2007 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
The front seats offer great lateral support. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI review
2007 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
The sport seats in the basic black leatherette are nicely bolstered though not overly enveloping like seats in my FR-S. This means it hits a nice middle ground of comfort but still keeping you from being thrown around in aggressive driving. The manually adjusted seats are easily positioned to a comfortable state after you figure out which of the 4 levers is doing what. The adjustible thigh support is especially nice and not something I often see in this segment. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI review
2007 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Zero fatigue on long drives, natural driving position see full Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI review
2007 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Same as a small sedan, dead pedal, loads of head room see full Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI review
2007 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
High roof line gives sedan-like head room, lots of foot room. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI review
2006 4dr Hatch turbocharged 100hp 1.9L I4 Diesel
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Good Shoulder width, okay leg room. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI review
2006 Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Great for my kids (4 and 7) but small for adults. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI review
2006 4dr Hatch 115-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Seats could be firmer though adequate. It has no lumbar support and expended use probably will change the shape of the foam used in the seat. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI review
 
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