Model Year | 2006 | 2012 | |
Model | Toyota Highlander | Buick Enclave | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 215 hp@5600 222 lb-ft@3600 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 288 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,715 mm | 3,020 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,689 mm | 5,126 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,826 mm | 2,007 mm | -1 mm |
Height | 1,725 mm | 1,834 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,785 kg | 2,259 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 72 L | 83 L | -11 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 1,026 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,471 mm | 1,575 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,400 mm | 1,458 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,034 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 991 mm | -990 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,448 mm | 1,560 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,394 mm | 1,448 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 925 mm | 937 mm | -12 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 820 mm | 945 mm | -125 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,351 mm | 1,458 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,011 mm | 1,227 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 767 mm | 843 mm | -76 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,725 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,830 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 297 L | 535 L | -238 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,124 L | 1,911 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,282 L | 3,290 L | -1 L |
2006 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Ease of entry and exit and the spacious leg room. see full Toyota Highlander 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 |