2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe. (284 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 473 kg more than 2009 Buick Enclave.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Enclave | 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Enclave | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 284 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 2419 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2070 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 98 L |