2009 Buick Enclave vs. 1997 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 716 kg more than 1997 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Buick Enclave is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Scorpio. 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, 2009 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 1997 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Enclave | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
