2005 Acura RSX vs. 2009 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura RSX would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2005 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 672 kg more than 2005 Acura RSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Buick Enclave is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura RSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Buick Enclave (366 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RSX. (191 Nm). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RSX | 2009 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | RSX | Enclave |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |
