2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Sienna 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 55 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (230 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sienna.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2005 Toyota Sienna (325 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Enclave. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Enclave | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |
