2008 Buick Enclave vs. 2012 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V is newer by 4 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Enclave (275 HP) has 127 more horse power than 2012 Honda CR-V. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda CR-V.
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, 2012 Honda CR-V (350 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick Enclave. (340 Nm). This means 2012 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Enclave | 2012 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Enclave | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |
