2011 Buick Enclave vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Buick Enclave. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Buick Enclave 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 145 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Enclave weights approximately 783 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 118 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 2012 BMW 118. 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 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Buick Enclave | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | Enclave | 118 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2168 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1748 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 51 L |
