2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 8,128 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Buick Enclave. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 654 kg more than 2009 Buick Enclave. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Enclave | 2003 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Enclave | Silverado |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 8128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 2600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3650 mm |