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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2010 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 379 kg more than 2010 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS.
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 | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1567 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2731 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |