2011 Porsche Cayman vs. 2012 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Porsche Cayman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Porsche Cayman would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2012 Buick Enclave. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 873 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayman 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 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Enclave. 2012 Buick Enclave has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Buick Enclave will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Porsche Cayman | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Porsche | Buick |
| Model | Cayman | Enclave |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4346 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1285 mm | 1842 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2416 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |
