2006 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S80 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 20 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S80. (268 HP @ 1800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 488 kg more than 2006 Volvo S80. 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, 2006 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo S80 | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Volvo | Buick |
| Model | S80 | Enclave |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1842 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
