2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2008 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Maverick 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 94 more horse power than 2008 Ford Maverick. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 341 kg more than 2008 Ford Maverick. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Maverick. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Enclave | 2008 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Enclave | Maverick |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 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 Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 62 L |