2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2006 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Buick LaCrosse 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 48 more horse power than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick LaCrosse.
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, 2009 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 2006 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Enclave | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 3555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |
