2008 Buick Enclave vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Buick Enclave. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick Enclave.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX 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, 2012 Infiniti FX 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick Enclave. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick Enclave | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Buick | Infiniti |
Model | Enclave | FX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |