2008 Buick Enclave vs. 2008 Acura RDX
When we compare the 2008 Buick Enclave's and the 2008 Acura RDX's specifications and ratings, the 2008 Buick Enclave has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability, interior volume and base engine power. The 2008 Acura RDX has the advantage in the areas of resale value and overall quality score. The 2008 Buick Enclave and 2008 Acura RDX have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2008 Buick Enclave's and the 2008 Acura RDX's specifications and ratings, the 2008 Buick Enclave is a better car than the 2008 Acura RDX.
2008 Buick Enclave vs. 2008 Acura RDX Pricing
A used 2008 Buick Enclave ranges from $3,992 to $11,985 while a used 2008 Acura RDX is priced between $4,828 to $12,135.
2008 Buick Enclave vs. 2008 Acura RDX Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2008 Buick Enclave loses 56.5 percent of its value and the 2008 Acura RDX loses 49.3 percent of its value. This means the 2008 Acura RDX retains 7.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2008 Buick Enclave.
2008 Buick Enclave vs. 2008 Acura RDX Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Buick Enclave is 8.4 out of 10 while the Acura RDX's quality rating is 8.8 out of 10. This results in the Buick Enclave being ranked 7 out of 68 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs and the Acura RDX being ranked 2 out of 68.
2008 Buick Enclave vs. 2008 Acura RDX Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Buick Enclave is 8.6 out of 10. For the Acura RDX the reliability rating is 8.6 out of 10. This gives the Buick Enclave a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Acura RDX.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2008 Buick Enclave’s base engine makes 275 horsepower, and the 2008 Acura RDX base engine makes 240 horsepower. Both the Enclave and the RDX are rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 528 and 396 miles respectively. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2008 Buick Enclave, a crossover/fullsize SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room and rear shoulder room. The 2008 Acura RDX, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front leg room, rear leg room and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2008 Acura RDX has higher safety ratings than the 2008 Buick Enclave, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.82 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3992 - 11985
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.565316
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
4828 - 12135
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.492663
Buick Enclave Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.425432 / 10
Reliability:
8.636297 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
9.6 / 10
Acura RDX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.759833 / 10
Reliability:
8.579499 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Buick Enclave Rankings
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49 out of / 68Acura RDX Rankings
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48 out of / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2008 Buick Enclave Trim Levels
CX, CXL
2008 Acura RDX Trim Levels
SH-AWD, SH-AWD w/Tech
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.82 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
275 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque:
251 foot-lbs @ 3200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.058 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
4500 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
240 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
1500 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 24 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
352 / 528 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 22 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
306 / 396 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
62 inches
Rear Head Room:
39 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
61.4 inches
Cargo Space:
18.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
116.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
171.9 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Cargo Space:
27.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
60.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
129.2 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4780 lbs
Width:
79 inches
Height:
72.2 inches
Length:
201.8 inches
Wheelbase:
118.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3924 lbs
Width:
73.6 inches
Height:
65.2 inches
Length:
180.7 inches
Wheelbase:
104.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P255/65R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available