2008 Buick Enclave vs. 2003 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2008 Buick Enclave is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Buick Enclave. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Enclave weights approximately 56 kg more than 2003 Infiniti Q45.
Because 2003 Infiniti Q45 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Infiniti Q45 (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick Enclave. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Enclave | 2003 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Buick | Infiniti |
| Model | Enclave | Q45 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 81 L |
