2008 Buick Enclave vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2008 Buick Enclave is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escape 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 151 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Enclave weights approximately 390 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Escape 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, 2005 Ford Escape 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape. 2008 Buick Enclave has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Buick Enclave will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Enclave | 2005 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Enclave | Escape |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84.8 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 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 59 L |
