2008 Buick Enclave vs. 2007 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2008 Buick Enclave is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Terracan 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 114 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 302 kg more than 2008 Buick Enclave.
Because 2007 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2007 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick Enclave. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Enclave | 2007 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Enclave | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
