2008 Buick Enclave vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 3 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 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 Buick Enclave. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick Enclave.
Because 2011 Audi A8 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, 2011 Audi A8 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, 2011 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick Enclave. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick Enclave | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | Enclave | A8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |