2008 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Enclave weights approximately 888 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. 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 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2011 Buick Enclave has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Buick Enclave will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2011 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Honda | Buick |
| Model | Civic | Enclave |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2007 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |
