2006 BMW 545 vs. 2011 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2011 Buick Enclave is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Buick Enclave. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Enclave weights approximately 333 kg more than 2006 BMW 545.
Because 2006 BMW 545 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 2006 BMW 545. 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, 2006 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 545 | 2011 Buick Enclave | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 545 | Enclave |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1835 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2007 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |