2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (254 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 409 kg more than 2009 Buick Enclave.
Because 2009 Buick Enclave is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Patrol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave 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 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Enclave | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 135 L |
