2011 BMW X6 vs. 2010 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Buick Enclave. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Buick Enclave would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2010 Buick Enclave. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 247 kg more than 2010 Buick Enclave. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Buick Enclave. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 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, 2011 BMW X6 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
2011 BMW X6 | 2010 Buick Enclave | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | X6 | Enclave |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4400 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 555 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 677 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2415 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4877 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 2007 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 83 L |