2008 Buick Enclave vs. 1999 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 Buick Enclave is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Buick Enclave. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 465 kg more than 2008 Buick Enclave. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick Enclave. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Enclave | 1999 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Enclave | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3350 mm |
