2012 Buick Enclave vs. 1997 Xedos 6
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1997 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1997 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 1028 kg more than 1997 Xedos 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Buick Enclave | 1997 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Buick | Xedos |
| Model | Enclave | 6 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2168 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1842 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2620 mm |
