2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2010 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2010 Buick Enclave is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. Both 2008 Chevrolet Equinox and 2010 Buick Enclave are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 32 kg more than 2010 Buick Enclave.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Buick Enclave. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2010 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (339 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 2010 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
| Model | Equinox | Enclave |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2007 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 83 L |
