2009 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 330 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 46 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 330 | Enclave |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3600 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1842 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 83 L |
