2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2001 Honda Z
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Z 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 234 more horse power than 2001 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Z.
Because 2001 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Buick Enclave. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Z 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 (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 2001 Honda Z | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Enclave | Z |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 35 L |
