2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2001 Isuzu VehiCross
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Isuzu VehiCross. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 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 (285 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2001 Isuzu VehiCross. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2001 Isuzu VehiCross.
Because 2001 Isuzu VehiCross 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 Isuzu VehiCross 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, 2001 Isuzu VehiCross (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Enclave. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Isuzu VehiCross will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 2001 Isuzu VehiCross | |
| Make | Buick | Isuzu |
| Model | Enclave | VehiCross |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2340 mm |
