Model Year | 2008 | 2010 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Buick Enclave | |
Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 288 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,888 mm | 3,020 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,912 mm | 5,126 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,872 mm | 2,007 mm | -1 mm |
Height | 1,849 mm | 1,834 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,135 kg | 2,259 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 85 L | 83 L | 2 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,026 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,499 mm | 1,575 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 1,458 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 983 mm | 991 mm | -8 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,496 mm | 1,560 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 1,448 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 937 mm | 937 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 950 mm | 945 mm | 5 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,349 mm | 1,458 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,151 mm | 1,227 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 886 mm | 843 mm | 43 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,830 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 385 L | 535 L | -150 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,243 L | 1,911 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,370 L | 3,290 L | -1 L |
2008 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |
2010 Buick Enclave Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2010 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 |