2003 Chrysler Airflite vs. 2012 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler Airflite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Airflite would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 568 kg more than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Buick Enclave (366 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. (341 Nm). This means 2012 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Airflite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Airflite | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Chrysler | Buick |
| Model | Airflite | Enclave |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1842 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 83 L |
