2011 Buick Enclave vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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 160 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Enclave weights approximately 503 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Buick Enclave. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. 2011 Buick Enclave has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Orlando has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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 Buick Enclave | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Enclave | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2168 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1836 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2760 mm |
