2008 Buick Enclave vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Buick Enclave is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sportage 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 137 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage 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, 2004 Kia Sportage 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick Enclave | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Enclave | Sportage |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |