2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 2012 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac SRX would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Buick Enclave. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 217 kg more than 2006 Cadillac SRX.
Because 2006 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Buick Enclave. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX will offer significantly more control. 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 Cadillac SRX (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac SRX | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Cadillac | Buick |
| Model | SRX | Enclave |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1842 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 83 L |
