2005 Cadillac STS vs. 2010 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2010 Buick Enclave is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2010 Buick Enclave. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2010 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Enclave weights approximately 351 kg more than 2005 Cadillac STS.
Because 2005 Cadillac STS 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 Cadillac STS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2005 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac STS | 2010 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Cadillac | Buick |
| Model | STS | Enclave |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1817 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2007 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 83 L |
