2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Buick Enclave. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Enclave.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
Model | Silverado | Enclave |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1842 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 83 L |