2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 6. (272 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 337 kg more than 2010 Mazda 6. 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 Mazda 6. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 6. (364 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Enclave | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Enclave | 6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |