2009 Buick Enclave vs. 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia 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 (285 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (197 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. 2009 Buick Enclave has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick Enclave will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Enclave | 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Enclave | 200 SX Silvia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |