Model Year | 2012 | 2010 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Buick Enclave | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6500 255 lb-ft@4000 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 288 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,860 mm | 3,020 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 5,006 mm | 5,126 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 2,004 mm | 2,007 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,788 mm | 1,834 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,146 kg | 2,259 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 83 L | -13 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 1,026 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,557 mm | 1,575 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,455 mm | 1,458 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,029 mm | 991 mm | -990 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,549 mm | 1,560 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,440 mm | 1,448 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 937 mm | -936 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 960 mm | 945 mm | 15 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,290 mm | 1,458 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,034 mm | 1,227 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 843 mm | 843 mm | 0 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,885 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,830 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 595 L | 535 L | 60 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,240 L | 1,911 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,285 L | 3,290 L | -1 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Ford Explorer.
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 |