2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2009 Scion xB
To start off, both 2009 Buick Enclave and 2009 Scion xB 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 127 more horse power than 2009 Scion xB. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2009 Scion xB.
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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Scion xB. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Scion xB. 2009 Buick Enclave has automatic transmission and 2009 Scion xB has manual transmission. 2009 Scion xB 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 Scion xB | |
| Make | Buick | Scion |
| Model | Enclave | xB |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 53 L |
