2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Sequoia. (274 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 1058 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Buick Enclave. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Sequoia | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
Make | Toyota | Buick |
Model | Sequoia | Enclave |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 274 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1842 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 83 L |