2009 Acura RL vs. 2009 Buick Enclave
To start off, both 2009 Acura RL and 2009 Buick Enclave were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RL (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Buick Enclave. (285 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Enclave.
Because 2009 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Buick Enclave. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL 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 Acura RL (271 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Enclave. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura RL | 2009 Buick Enclave | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | RL | Enclave |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 83 L |