2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2008 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota iQ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota iQ would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2008 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 1086 kg more than 2008 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 2008 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Enclave | iQ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 32 L |
