2009 Buick Enclave vs. 1999 Isuzu VehiCross
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Isuzu VehiCross. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Isuzu VehiCross 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 75 more horse power than 1999 Isuzu VehiCross. (213 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1999 Isuzu VehiCross. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 196 kg more than 1999 Isuzu VehiCross. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Isuzu VehiCross. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Isuzu VehiCross.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 1999 Isuzu VehiCross | |
| Make | Buick | Isuzu |
| Model | Enclave | VehiCross |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 74 L |
