Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
Model | Toyota Avalon | Buick Enclave | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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 | 111.0 in | 118.9 in | -7.9 in |
Length | 197.6 in | 201.8 in | -4.2 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 79.0 in | -6.2 in |
Height | 58.5 in | 72.2 in | -13.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3572 lb. | 4780 lb. | -1208 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 22.0 gal. | -3.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 40.4 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 62.0 in | -2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 57.4 in | -1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.3 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 39.0 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.2 in | 61.4 in | -3.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.2 in | 57.0 in | -0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.9 in | 36.9 in | 4 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 | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | 111.4 in (over 3 rows) | -29.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.4 ft3 | 18.9 ft3 | -4.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.4 | 67.5 ft3 | -53.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.4 ft3 | 116.2 ft3 | -101.8 ft3 |
2012 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Compounding the Avalon's lack of suspension compliance, its seats are also firm, yet lacking in lateral support. You very much sit on them rather than in them. On a long drive my rear end reported impinged circulation. The front passenger is even worse off, as the tilt of that seat can be adjusted only in the Limited. Rear seat passengers also complained about overly firm, insufficiently contoured cushions. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2012 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Heated seats are wonderful in winter. Dual zone heater/air conditioner a plus for driver/passenger comfort. Back-up camera is handy for checking what the mirrors don't pick up. Quiet, smooth engine/transmission. Comfortable seats are easily adjustable. Easy access and good leg-room in rear seats. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Heated seats are wonderful in winter. Dual zone heater/air conditioner a plus for driver/passenger comfort. Back-up camera is handy for checking what the mirrors don't pick up. Quiet, smooth engine/transmission. Comfortable seats are easily adjustable. Easy access and good leg-room in rear seats. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2009 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 |
2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Better than most see full Buick Enclave review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Roomy & Comfortable see full Buick Enclave review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Long seat base and 8 way power heated seats. see full Buick Enclave review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Available third row with 60/40 split. More leg room than Toyota Highlander. see full Buick Enclave review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Access to the third seat is best in class, as is the rear seat comfort. (and I tried all the large crossovers) see full Buick Enclave review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
True 7 passenger seating unlike most of the competing vehicles see full Buick Enclave review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
It has the room of my old Chrysler long-wheelbase minivan see full Buick Enclave review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Seat room is ample see full Buick Enclave review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very roomy, we have had 6 adults (total) in the car many times, even the third row passengers are comfortable, with the exception of possibly leg room if you are tall. But in no way do you feel squished. see full Buick Enclave review |