2012 Buick Enclave vs. 2001 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Altima 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 138 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Altima. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 866 kg more than 2001 Nissan Altima. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Altima. (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Buick Enclave | 2001 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Enclave | Altima |
Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2168 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1842 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |