2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2011 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2011 Buick Enclave is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Acadia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Acadia would be higher. Both 2008 GMC Acadia and 2011 Buick Enclave are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Enclave weights approximately 27 kg more than 2008 GMC Acadia. 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, 2011 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Acadia | 2011 Buick Enclave | |
Make | GMC | Buick |
Model | Acadia | Enclave |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
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 | 275 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2007 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 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 | 83 L | 83 L |