2017 GMC Acadia vs. 2017 Buick Enclave
When comparing the 2017 GMC Acadia's and the 2017 Buick Enclave's specifications and ratings, the 2017 GMC Acadia has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and resale value. The 2017 Buick Enclave has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2017 GMC Acadia's and the 2017 Buick Enclave's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Buick Enclave is a better car than the 2017 GMC Acadia.
2017 GMC Acadia vs. 2017 Buick Enclave Pricing
A used 2017 GMC Acadia ranges from $15,994 to $28,492 while a used 2017 Buick Enclave is priced between $14,993 to $26,953.
2017 GMC Acadia vs. 2017 Buick Enclave Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2017 GMC Acadia loses 52.8 percent of its value and the 2017 Buick Enclave loses 56.5 percent of its value. This means the 2017 GMC Acadia retains 3.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2017 Buick Enclave.
2017 GMC Acadia vs. 2017 Buick Enclave Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the GMC Acadia is 8.3 out of 10 while the Buick Enclave's quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the GMC Acadia being ranked 2 out of 7 Best 6-seater SUVs and the Buick Enclave being ranked 4 out of 25 Best Luxury Large SUVs.
2017 GMC Acadia vs. 2017 Buick Enclave Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the GMC Acadia is 8.3 out of 10. For the Buick Enclave the reliability rating is 8.6 out of 10. This gives the Buick Enclave a slight advantage in reliability compared to the GMC Acadia.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2017 GMC Acadia’s base engine makes 193 horsepower, and the 2017 Buick Enclave base engine makes 288 horsepower. The Acadia is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 494 miles. The Enclave is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 484 miles. This gives the 2017 GMC Acadia the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2017 Buick Enclave. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are crossover/midsize SUVs, the 2017 Buick Enclave has the advantage of offering more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The 2017 GMC Acadia, a crossover/midsize SUV, has the advantage in the areas of rear head room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2017 GMC Acadia has higher safety ratings than the 2017 Buick Enclave, with an average rating of 4.88 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.82 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
15994 - 28492
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.527744
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
14993 - 26953
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.565316
GMC Acadia Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.280022 / 10
Reliability:
8.280065 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
9.8 / 10
Buick Enclave Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.425432 / 10
Reliability:
8.636297 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
9.6 / 10
GMC Acadia Rankings
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49 out of / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2017 GMC Acadia Trim Levels
Denali, SL, SLE-1, SLE-2, SLT-1, SLT-2
2017 Buick Enclave Trim Levels
Convenience, Leather, Premium
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
6 years / 70000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.88 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.82 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
193 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
188 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
288 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
270 foot-lbs @ 3400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 26 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
399 / 494 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
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):
15 / 22 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
330 / 484 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.7 inches
Cargo Space:
12.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
79 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
156.6 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
61.3 inches
Cargo Space:
23.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
115.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
174.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3956 lbs
Width:
75.4 inches
Height:
66 inches
Length:
193.6 inches
Wheelbase:
112.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4724 lbs
Width:
86.7 inches
Height:
71.7 inches
Length:
201.9 inches
Wheelbase:
118.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/65R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P255/60R19