2008 Buick Enclave vs. 2003 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Buick Enclave is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda CR-V 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 115 more horse power than 2003 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Enclave weights approximately 342 kg more than 2003 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda CR-V 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, 2003 Honda CR-V 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) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda CR-V. (220 Nm). This means 2008 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Enclave | 2003 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Enclave | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |
