2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2007 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac STS 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 34 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac STS. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 164 kg more than 2007 Cadillac STS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 2007 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Enclave | STS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 66 L |
