2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Buick Enclave

To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Buick Enclave were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Enclave (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Enclave weights approximately 265 kg more than 2008 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Buick Enclave. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 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, 2008 Buick Enclave (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6. 2008 Buick Enclave has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Buick Enclave will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A6 2008 Buick Enclave
Make Audi Buick
Model A6 Enclave
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 275 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1595 kg 1860 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 5120 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 64 L


 

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