2005 Nissan Quest 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 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Quest 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 48 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 326 kg more than 2005 Nissan Quest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (304 Nm). This means 2012 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Quest | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
Make | Nissan | Buick |
Model | Quest | Enclave |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3294 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 366 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1842 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 83 L |