2008 Buick Enclave vs. 2010 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac DTS 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 275 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Enclave weights approximately 42 kg more than 2010 Cadillac DTS.
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, 2010 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick Enclave. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Enclave | 2010 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Enclave | DTS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
