2008 Buick Enclave vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO 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. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DURANGO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (355 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2008 Buick Enclave. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 558 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 Dodge DURANGO 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 Dodge DURANGO. 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 Dodge DURANGO (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick Enclave. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick Enclave | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Enclave | DURANGO |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2172 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3042 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 93 L |