2008 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2012 Buick Enclave. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 423 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
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 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Ram | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
Make | Dodge | Buick |
Model | Ram | Enclave |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1842 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 83 L |