2005 BMW 535 vs. 2012 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 535 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 47 more horse power than 2005 BMW 535. (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 438 kg more than 2005 BMW 535. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 535 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 535. (345 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 535 | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 535 | Enclave |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1842 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
