2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2010 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2010 Cadillac SRX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Buick Enclave. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Buick Enclave would be higher. 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 23 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac SRX. (265 HP @ 6950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 30 kg more than 2010 Cadillac SRX. 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 2010 Cadillac SRX. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac SRX. (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 2010 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Enclave | SRX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 79 L |
