2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 2 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Buick Enclave. (285 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Enclave.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Enclave. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Enclave | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Enclave | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 117 L |