2008 Buick Enclave vs. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, both 2008 Buick Enclave and 2008 Chevrolet Suburban were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Buick Enclave. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 340 kg more than 2008 Buick Enclave. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Suburban 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 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick Enclave. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick Enclave | 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Enclave | Suburban |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 117 L |