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Toyota Highlander (2013) vs. Buick Enclave (2011) Specs

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2013 Toyota Highlander and 2011 Buick Enclave Specifications

Model Year 2013 2011  
Model Toyota Highlander Buick Enclave  
Engine 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
270 hp@6200
248 lb-ft@4700
3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
288 hp@6300
270 lb-ft@3400
 
Transmission 5-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 109.8 in 118.9 in -9.1 in
Length 188.4 in 201.8 in -13.4 in
Width 75.2 in 79.0 in -3.8 in
Height 68.1 in 72.2 in -4.1 in
Curb Weight 4266 lb. 4980 lb. -714 lb.
Fuel Capacity 19.2 gal. 22.0 gal. -2.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.6 in 40.4 in 0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 59.7 in 62.0 in -2.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 56.7 in 57.4 in -0.7 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.2 in 41.3 in 1.9 in
Headroom, Row 2 40.1 in 39.0 in 1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 59.5 in 61.4 in -1.9 in
Hip Room, Row 2 56.5 in 57.0 in -0.5 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.3 in 36.9 in 1.4 in
Headroom, Row 3 36.3 in 37.2 in -0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 55.0 in 57.4 in -2.4 in
Hip Room, Row 3 42.3 in 48.3 in -6 in
Legroom, Row 3 29.2 in 33.2 in -4 in
Total Legroom 110.7 in (over 3 rows) 111.4 in (over 3 rows) -0.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 10.3 ft3 18.9 ft3 -8.6 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 42.3 ft3 67.5 ft3 -25.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 95.4 ft3 116.2 ft3 -20.8 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Toyota Highlander

2013 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
Toyota replaced the 2013 Highlander's rear struts with control arms to enable a three-inch-wider third-row seat, and then used the extra space to cram in a third seating position. So if you need seats for eight people, only the Highlander will do in this threesome. A top-of-the-line Santa Fe only seats six. Other eight-pass options include the Honda Pilot and GM's large crossovers. But those three people best be small, as the Highlander doesn't have nearly as much rear legroom as the Pathfinder or the Santa Fe. To fit children of even middling size in the third row it's necessary to slide the second row well forward. The second row seat cushion is mounted too low for adult comfort. The Nissan's second row suffers from a similar shortcoming, but the Hyundai's does not. see full Toyota Highlander review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Toyota Highlander

2013 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Perfect for two car seats. Really neat trick - the middle seat for the 2nd row rolls up into the center console. I did not remove it nor attempt to sit in it but that does make the 3rd row more likely to be used for those with car seats. I did not attempt to sit in the 3rd row (looked at it before folding into the floor for cargo space for the entire trip) so cannot opine on it. Use at your own risk. see full Toyota Highlander review
2012 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
I am 6 foot tall, and there is plenty of head and leg room in the driving position. Easy access as well. see full Toyota Highlander review
2013 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
3rd row seats are useless to me. Too little room for adults. Should have been an option for families with small children. With 3rd row seating, you lose storage space. see full Toyota Highlander review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Buick Enclave

2011 Buick Enclave Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 
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