2008 Buick Enclave vs. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, both 2008 Buick Enclave and 2008 Chevrolet Equinox were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 90 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 340 kg more than 2008 Buick Enclave.
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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick Enclave | 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Enclave | Equinox |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |