2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2000 Mazda Protege
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Protege. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Protege would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Protege. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Protege. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 161 kg more than 2000 Mazda Protege. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (366 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Protege. (164 Nm). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Protege.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 2000 Mazda Protege | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Enclave | Protege |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |
