2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2011 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2011 Buick Enclave is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2011 Buick Enclave. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Enclave weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Because 2005 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2011 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Chrysler | Buick |
| Model | 300 | Enclave |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2007 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 83 L |
