2009 Buick Enclave vs. 1997 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (252 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 444 kg more than 2009 Buick Enclave.
Because 2009 Buick Enclave is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 1997 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Enclave | Express |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 2390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3440 mm |
