2008 Buick Enclave vs. 2009 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Azera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Buick Enclave. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Buick Enclave would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Enclave (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Azera. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Azera.
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, 2008 Buick Enclave (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Azera. (227 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Azera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Enclave | 2009 Hyundai Azera | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Enclave | Azera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
