2012 Buick Enclave vs. 2011 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2012 Buick Enclave. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Enclave.
Because 2011 Ford F-350 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 Ford F-350. 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 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Buick Enclave | 2011 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Enclave | F-350 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1842 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 132 L |