2012 Buick Enclave vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Buick Enclave. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Buick Enclave 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 80 more horse power than 2013 Mini Coupe. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 928 kg more than 2013 Mini Coupe. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Coupe. (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Coupe. 2012 Buick Enclave has automatic transmission and 2013 Mini Coupe has manual transmission. 2013 Mini Coupe 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:
| 2012 Buick Enclave | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
| Make | Buick | Mini |
| Model | Enclave | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2168 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 3758 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1842 mm | 1385 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |
