2008 Buick Enclave vs. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse 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 Chevrolet Traverse are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (277 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Buick Enclave. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 388 kg more than 2008 Buick Enclave. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Traverse 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, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse 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, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (361 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick Enclave. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Enclave | 2013 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Enclave | Traverse |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| 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 | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5173 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |
