2008 Buick Enclave vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 5 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. Both 2008 Buick Enclave and 2013 Cadillac ATS are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Buick Enclave. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Enclave weights approximately 290 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Because 2013 Cadillac ATS 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 2013 Cadillac ATS. 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (373 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick Enclave. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Enclave | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Enclave | ATS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
