2008 Buick Enclave vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2008 Buick Enclave. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Enclave weights approximately 355 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick Enclave. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Enclave | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
