2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2005 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Buick Enclave. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 696 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350.
Because 2009 Buick Enclave is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford F-350. 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, 2005 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 2005 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Enclave | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 110 L |
