2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 182 kg more than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Enclave | 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Buick | Jeep |
Model | Enclave | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 3966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1764 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 78 L |