2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Buick Enclave. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 32 kg more than 2012 Buick Enclave. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Buick Enclave. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
Model | Suburban | Enclave |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1842 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 83 L |