2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2002 Buick Regal
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2002 Buick Regal. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2002 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 386 kg more than 2002 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Buick Enclave is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave 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 (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick Regal. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 2002 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Enclave | Regal |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |
