2009 Buick Enclave vs. 1992 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1992 Subaru SVX. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 326 kg more than 1992 Subaru SVX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Subaru SVX 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 Subaru SVX 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 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 1992 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Enclave | SVX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
