2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki XL7 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 103 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 311 kg more than 2005 Suzuki XL7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Buick Enclave (366 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Enclave | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Enclave | XL7 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 2737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |