2007 Lexus IS vs. 2012 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus IS 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 83 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 403 kg more than 2007 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lexus IS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus IS | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
Make | Lexus | Buick |
Model | IS | Enclave |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1842 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 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 | 65 L | 83 L |