2008 Buick Enclave vs. 2008 Ford Escape
To start off, both 2008 Buick Enclave and 2008 Ford Escape 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 122 more horse power than 2008 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Escape.
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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Escape. 2008 Buick Enclave has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Buick Enclave will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick Enclave | 2008 Ford Escape | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Enclave | Escape |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 114 L |