2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2008 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 34 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, 2009 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. 2009 Buick Enclave has automatic transmission and 2008 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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.
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2009 Buick Enclave | 2008 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Buick | Jeep |
Model | Enclave | Wrangler |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 82 L |