Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
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 | 106.1 in | 118.9 in | -12.8 in |
Length | 176.9 in | 201.8 in | -24.9 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 79.0 in | -6.6 in |
Height | 72.1 in | 72.2 in | -0.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4030 lb. | 4980 lb. | -950 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.5 gal. | 22.0 gal. | -2.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 40.4 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.8 in | 62.0 in | -5.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.7 in | 57.4 in | -4.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 41.3 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.3 in | 39.0 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.6 in | 61.4 in | -4.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 57.0 in | -4.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 36.9 in | 1.9 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 | 79.6 in (over 2 rows) | 111.4 in (over 3 rows) | -31.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 31.5 ft3 | 18.9 ft3 | 12.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 31.5 | 67.5 ft3 | -36 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 64.2 ft3 | 116.2 ft3 | -52 ft3 |
2009 Jeep Liberty Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 3.7L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Awsome for the long trips I have had with it, comfortable! see full Jeep Liberty review |
2012 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 |
2012 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 |