2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2009 Dodge Caliber
To start off, both 2009 Buick Enclave and 2009 Dodge Caliber 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 (285 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
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 (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Enclave | 2009 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Enclave | Caliber |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 51 L |