2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2006 Lexus GX
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus GX would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (285 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Lexus GX. (263 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus GX.
Because 2006 Lexus GX 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, 2006 Lexus GX 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, 2006 Lexus GX (438 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Enclave. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 2006 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | Enclave | GX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 87 L |
