2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2005 Dodge Stratus
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Stratus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Stratus 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 84 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Buick Enclave (270 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (258 Nm). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 2005 Dodge Stratus | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Enclave | Stratus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 61 L |
