2008 Buick Enclave vs. 2005 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2008 Buick Enclave is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (515 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2008 Buick Enclave. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Enclave weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Ferrari 612.
Because 2005 Ferrari 612 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 2005 Ferrari 612. 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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (568 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick Enclave. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick Enclave | 2005 Ferrari 612 | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Enclave | 612 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 515 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 568 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 108 L |