2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, both 2009 Buick Enclave and 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt 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 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. (153 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 685 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Buick Enclave is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. 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 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. (150 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. 2009 Buick Enclave has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Enclave | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
