Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
Model | Saturn AURA | Buick Enclave | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 |
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 | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.3 in | 118.9 in | -6.6 in |
Length | 190.9 in | 201.8 in | -10.9 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 79.0 in | -8.7 in |
Height | 57.6 in | 72.2 in | -14.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3660 lb. | 4780 lb. | -1120 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 22.0 gal. | -6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 40.4 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 62.0 in | -6.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 57.4 in | -4.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.3 in | 0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 39.0 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 61.4 in | -7.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.2 in | 57.0 in | -4.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 36.9 in | 0.7 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 | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 111.4 in (over 3 rows) | -31.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.9 ft3 | 18.9 ft3 | -4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.9 | 67.5 ft3 | -52.6 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.9 ft3 | 116.2 ft3 | -101.3 ft3 |
2009 Saturn AURA Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Comfortable for tall people. Lots of front seat legroom and headroom. Telescopic steering. Centre armrest adjusts nicely, I can drive with both elbows resting and still hold steering wheel. see full Saturn AURA review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 219-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
The seats fit me well and I find I can drive for hours without discomfort. see full Saturn AURA review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tilt/telescoping. Power and heated. They hold you in place in curves better than a sedan usually does. see full Saturn AURA 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 |