2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2008 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Buick Enclave. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 680 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Enclave | 2008 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Enclave | Express |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 117 L |