2002 Audi R8 vs. 2008 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2008 Buick Enclave is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi R8 would be higher. Both 2002 Audi R8 and 2008 Buick Enclave are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 2008 Buick Enclave. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Enclave weights approximately 1858 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.
Because 2002 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Buick Enclave. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Audi R8 (698 Nm) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick Enclave. (340 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi R8 | 2008 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | R8 | Enclave |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 698 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
