2009 Buick Enclave vs. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 164 kg more than 2009 Buick Enclave.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Enclave | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3350 mm |
