2004 Lexus ES vs. 2012 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus ES 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 72 more horse power than 2004 Lexus ES. (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 599 kg more than 2004 Lexus ES. 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) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus ES. (325 Nm). This means 2012 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lexus ES | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Lexus | Buick |
| Model | ES | Enclave |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1842 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
