2012 Buick Enclave vs. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe would be higher. At 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (448 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2012 Buick Enclave. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe weights approximately 452 kg more than 2012 Buick Enclave. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe 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 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe. 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, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Enclave.
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2012 Buick Enclave | 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe | |
Make | Buick | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Enclave | Phantom Drophead Coupe |
Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 6749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 448 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 531 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2168 kg | 2620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 5840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1842 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |