2008 Buick Enclave vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Enclave (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Enclave weights approximately 480 kg more than 2013 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Buick Enclave (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick Enclave | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Enclave | Prius |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 13.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |