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Buick Verano (2012) vs. GMC Acadia (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Buick Verano and 2009 GMC Acadia specs.

2012 Buick Verano and 2009 GMC Acadia Specifications

Model Year 2012 2009  
Model Buick Verano GMC Acadia  
Engine 2.4L I4
DOHC-4v
180 hp@6700
171 lb-ft@4900
3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
288 hp@6300
270 lb-ft@3400
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 105.7 in 118.9 in -13.2 in
Length 183.9 in 200.7 in -16.8 in
Width 71.5 in 78.2 in -6.7 in
Height 58.4 in 72.8 in -14.4 in
Curb Weight 3300 lb. 4722 lb. -1422 lb.
Fuel Capacity 15.0 gal. 22.0 gal. -7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.3 in 40.4 in -2.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.1 in 61.9 in -6.8 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.7 in 57.8 in -4.1 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.1 in 41.3 in 0.8 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.8 in 39.3 in -1.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 52.9 in 61.1 in -8.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 52.0 in 57.9 in -5.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 33.9 in 36.9 in -3 in
Headroom, Row 3 0.0 in 38.4 in -38.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0.0 in 57.8 in -57.8 in
Hip Room, Row 3 0.0 in 48.3 in -48.3 in
Legroom, Row 3 0.0 in 33.2 in -33.2 in
Total Legroom 76 in (over 2 rows) 111.4 in (over 3 rows) -35.4 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 14.3 ft3 19.7 ft3 -5.4 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 14.3 69.0 ft3 -54.7
Cargo Volume, Maximum 14.3 ft3 117.0 ft3 -102.7 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Buick Verano

2012 Buick Verano Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2013 The Buick Verano's impression of substance and solidity extends to its seats. The front buckets are larger and more thickly padded than those in the typical compact sedan, yet have a firm, properly supportive underlying structure. They look and feel "premium." The Acura ILX's front seats, with more prominent side bolsters, provide better lateral support in hard turns, but don't feel as solid or as luxurious. see full Buick Verano review
2012 Buick Verano Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
While the Buick Verano's exterior is large for a compact sedan, its rear seat is among the tightest. The ILX is a bit tighter still. In it I can just fit behind my 5-9 self. But anyone who requires an adult-friendly rear seat will likely reject both cars (along with the new Cadillac ATS). The Verano's 14.5 cubic foot trunk--two cubes over the ILX's--is more competitive, and more in line with Buick's traditional strengths. see full Buick Verano review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Buick Verano

2012 Buick Verano Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
I am 6'1", broad shouldered, overweight, and considered quite a big guy, but I have no trouble fitting into the car. Even if you are a couple of inches higher than me, you should be okay. Be advised I chose a car without a sunroof. The sunroof may cut into that headroom. see full Buick Verano review
2013 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
The seat cushioning is about the best in the business. The foam density Buick used is unlike any I have experienced. see full Buick Verano review
2012 Buick Verano Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
No rear seat venting except the floor makes it a bit stuffy for the rear seat passengers. The rear seating area is tight to get into but once seated provide enough space. see full Buick Verano review
2013 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
My right knee(with shorts on) hits the hard plastic to discomfort. I thought about putting some padding there. Same with the lack of padding inside the map pocket on the door to keep contents from rattleing. see full Buick Verano review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 GMC Acadia

2009 GMC Acadia Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Better 2nd & 3rd row comfort than the Honda Minivan (this is to be a daily driver for a family with 4 kids under 10) see full GMC Acadia review
2009 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Lots of head room for tall folks. Comfortable seats. Lots of knee room. see full GMC Acadia review
2009 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Power seats have versatile adjustments. Thigh support is better than some compact SUVs that I compared. Tilt and telescoping steering wheel is flexible for driving position. see full GMC Acadia review
2008 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Best 3rd row leg room in its class. Smart slide seats provide easy access to 3rd row see full GMC Acadia review
2008 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Two middle row captains chairs are great. Third row seats work well for smaller adults. see full GMC Acadia review
2008 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Plenty of room for a 6 foot person see full GMC Acadia review
2008 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
good confort see full GMC Acadia review
2008 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Plenty of legroom, seat has many adjustment. see full GMC Acadia review
2008 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
There are very few SUVs that can seat 7 VERY comfortably that are not HUGE suburban type SUVs. We are very pleased that the 3rd row can truly seat 3 adults with no issues. I love that I can still load it up at Costco by folding the 3rd seat down! see full GMC Acadia review
2008 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Love how comfy it is-- heated seats, (though I would have loved the 2009 A/C seats on my 2008-- boo hoo!), all the controls-- love the music controls on the steering wheel. see full GMC Acadia review
2009 GMC Acadia Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Have taken this car on long trips, 14 hours of driving, multiple days in a row. The front seats are ok but not very comfortable. It's even tiring for the passenger. see full GMC Acadia review
 
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