2008 Buick Enclave vs. 2008 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, both 2008 Buick Enclave and 2008 Chevrolet Blazer were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc, 2008 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 16 kg more than 2008 Buick Enclave.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 2008 Chevrolet Blazer 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Enclave | 2008 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Enclave | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4300 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
