2008 Buick Enclave vs. 2006 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2008 Buick Enclave is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,898 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Enclave (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (193 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Enclave weights approximately 145 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestar. (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Enclave | 2006 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Enclave | Freestar |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 59 L |
