2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2005 Kia Retona
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Retona would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 76 kg more than 2005 Kia Retona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Buick Enclave. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Retona 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Retona. 2009 Buick Enclave has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Retona 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 2005 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | Enclave | Retona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2370 mm |
