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Honda Odyssey (2008) vs. Buick Verano (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Honda Odyssey and 2012 Buick Verano specs.

2008 Honda Odyssey and 2012 Buick Verano Specifications

Model Year 2008 2012  
Model Honda Odyssey Buick Verano  
Engine 3.5L V6
OHC-4v
244 hp@5750
240 lb-ft@5000
2.4L I4
DOHC-4v
180 hp@6700
171 lb-ft@4900
 
Transmission 5-speed automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Minivan, ext. 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 118.1 in 105.7 in 12.4 in
Length 202.1 in 183.9 in 18.2 in
Width 77.1 in 71.5 in 5.6 in
Height 68.8 in 58.4 in 10.4 in
Curb Weight 4385 lb. 3300 lb. 1085 lb.
Fuel Capacity 21.0 gal. 15.0 gal. 6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.9 in 38.3 in 2.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 63.5 in 55.1 in 8.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 57.0 in 53.7 in 3.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 40.8 in 42.1 in -1.3 in
Headroom, Row 2 40.0 in 37.8 in 2.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 63.1 in 52.9 in 10.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 64.4 in 52.0 in 12.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 40.0 in 33.9 in 6.1 in
Headroom, Row 3 38.4 in 0.0 in 38.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 61.2 in 0.0 in 61.2 in
Hip Room, Row 3 48.5 in 0.0 in 48.5 in
Legroom, Row 3 41.1 in 0.0 in 41.1 in
Total Legroom 121.9 in (over 3 rows) 76 in (over 2 rows) 45.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 38.4 ft3 14.3 ft3 24.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 91.1 ft3 14.3 76.8 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 147.4 ft3 14.3 ft3 133.1 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Honda Odyssey

2008 Honda Odyssey Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Minivan, ext. 244-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
Absolutely no complaints here. see full Honda Odyssey review
2009 4dr Minivan, ext. 244-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
No complaints for the second row. Have never sat in the third row. see full Honda Odyssey review
2008 4dr Minivan, ext. 241-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD
5-speed automatic FWD
Needed comfortable front seats for a large dad (@230) pounds and a tiny grandfather (@95 pounds, 4feet, 5 inches tall). These seats are the best for the comfort of such various sizes. see full Honda Odyssey review
2008 4dr Minivan, ext. 241-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD
5-speed automatic FWD
Comfortable and roomy for adults and children alike. Wonderful for those long road trip to disney with the entire family. see full Honda Odyssey review
2007 4dr Minivan, ext. 244-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
Comfortable seating position. see full Honda Odyssey review
2007 4dr Minivan, ext. 244-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
Kids love the rear seats. see full Honda Odyssey review
2007 4dr Minivan, ext. 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD
5-speed automatic FWD
See previous. see full Honda Odyssey review
2007 4dr Minivan, ext. 244-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
The captains chairs in the second row can be apart or together. It is easy to get to the third row seat. There is plenty of leg room in the second and third row seats, and plenty of room between the second row seats. see full Honda Odyssey review
2008 Honda Odyssey Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 0 Why can't manufacturers make the passenger seat as comfortable with as many adjustments as the driver's side? see full Honda Odyssey review
2007 4dr Minivan, ext. 244-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
No back support, no thigh support. Seat headrests curve your spine forward. Seat shape was not the same for all four captain chairs. Quality control must be very poor. see full Honda Odyssey review
 

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
 
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