2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (416 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2009 Buick Enclave. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 231 kg more than 2010 Lexus IS.
Because 2010 Lexus IS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Lexus IS (502 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Enclave | 2010 Lexus IS | |
Make | Buick | Lexus |
Model | Enclave | IS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 416 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 502 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2731 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |