2008 Buick Enclave vs. 2010 Audi S5
To start off, 2010 Audi S5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Buick Enclave. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Buick Enclave would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Buick Enclave. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Enclave weights approximately 110 kg more than 2010 Audi S5.
Because 2010 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Buick Enclave. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 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, 2010 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick Enclave. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick Enclave. 2008 Buick Enclave has automatic transmission and 2010 Audi S5 has manual transmission. 2010 Audi S5 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 | 2010 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Enclave | S5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |
