2011 BMW Z4 vs. 2011 Buick Enclave

To start off, both 2011 BMW Z4 and 2011 Buick Enclave were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Buick Enclave. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Enclave weights approximately 578 kg more than 2011 BMW Z4.

Because 2011 BMW Z4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Buick Enclave, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Z4 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Enclave. 2011 Buick Enclave has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW Z4 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:

2011 BMW Z4 2011 Buick Enclave
Make BMW Buick
Model Z4 Enclave
Year Released 2011 2011
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3000 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 288 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 406 Nm 366 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1590 kg 2168 kg
Vehicle Length 4239 mm 5126 mm
Vehicle Width 1791 mm 2007 mm
Wheelbase Size 2497 mm 3020 mm
Fuel Consumption 9 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 83 L


 

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