2008 Buick Enclave vs. 1997 Acura RL
To start off, 2008 Buick Enclave is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura RL would be higher. 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 70 more horse power than 1997 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Enclave weights approximately 185 kg more than 1997 Acura RL. 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, 2008 Buick Enclave (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Enclave | 1997 Acura RL | |
| Make | Buick | Acura |
| Model | Enclave | RL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
