2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XJ 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 81 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2005 Jaguar XJ is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jaguar XJ (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Enclave. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Enclave | XJ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 85 L |
