2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2009 Cadillac STS
To start off, both 2009 Buick Enclave and 2009 Cadillac STS were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Buick Enclave. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 311 kg more than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Because 2009 Buick Enclave is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac STS. 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, 2009 Cadillac STS (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Enclave | 2009 Cadillac STS | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Enclave | STS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 369 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |