2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2005 Hyundai Dynasty
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Dynasty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Dynasty 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 85 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Dynasty. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Dynasty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 266 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Dynasty. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Buick Enclave is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Dynasty. 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, 2009 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Dynasty. (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Dynasty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 2005 Hyundai Dynasty | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Enclave | Dynasty |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2870 mm |
