2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2008 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2009 Buick Enclave. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 236 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XKR.
Because 2009 Buick Enclave is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar XKR. 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, 2008 Jaguar XKR (561 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 2008 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Enclave | XKR |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 561 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 71 L |
