2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy 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 155 more horse power than 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy. (133 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 1196 kg more than 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy. (178 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy. 2009 Buick Enclave has automatic transmission and 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy has manual transmission. 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick Enclave will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Buick Enclave | 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy | |
Make | Buick | Pininfarina |
Model | Enclave | Enjoy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1080 mm |