2008 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2011 Buick Enclave is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2011 Buick Enclave. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 32 kg more than 2011 Buick Enclave. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Buick Enclave. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2011 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | X5 | Enclave |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2007 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 83 L |
