2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
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 Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ranger 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 (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 738 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger. 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, 2009 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger. 2009 Buick Enclave has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Ranger 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 | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Enclave | Ranger |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1208 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 82 L |