2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2000 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Taurus 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 131 more horse power than 2000 Ford Taurus. (154 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Taurus.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Enclave | 2000 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Enclave | Taurus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |