2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 187 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 416 kg more than 2007 Toyota Hilux. 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 2007 Toyota Hilux. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hilux. 2009 Buick Enclave has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick Enclave will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Enclave | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
