Model Year | 2006 | 2011 | |
Model | Jeep Liberty | Buick Enclave | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 OHC-2v 210 hp@5200 235 lb-ft@4000 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 288 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 118.9 in | -14.6 in |
Length | 174.4 in | 201.8 in | -27.4 in |
Width | 71.6 in | 79.0 in | -7.4 in |
Height | 71.9 in | 72.2 in | -0.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3821 lb. | 4980 lb. | -1159 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.5 gal. | 22.0 gal. | -1.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 40.4 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.5 in | 62.0 in | -5.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.0 in | 57.4 in | -0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 41.3 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 42.1 in | 39.0 in | 3.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 61.4 in | -4.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.4 in | 57.0 in | -9.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 36.9 in | 0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.2 in | -37.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.4 in | -57.4 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 | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 111.4 in (over 3 rows) | -33.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.0 ft3 | 18.9 ft3 | 10.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 29.0 | 67.5 ft3 | -38.5 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 69.0 ft3 | 116.2 ft3 | -47.2 ft3 |
2006 Jeep Liberty Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 160hp 2.8L I4 Diesel 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Fits our kids. see full Jeep Liberty review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 3.7L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
fullypowered front seat. gives you perfect control over your position as a driver see full Jeep Liberty review |
2011 Buick Enclave Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very comfortable seats for long trips. Lots of adjustment see full Buick Enclave review |
2011 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 |