2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2006 Toyota Previa

To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Previa 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 (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Previa. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 306 kg more than 2006 Toyota Previa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Buick Enclave is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Previa. 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, 2009 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Previa. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Previa.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Buick Enclave 2006 Toyota Previa
Make Buick Toyota
Model Enclave Previa
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 2362 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 288 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 366 Nm 225 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1946 kg 1640 kg
Vehicle Length 5130 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2910 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 9.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 75 L


 

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