2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2011 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (285 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Pilot.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Enclave. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Enclave | 2011 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Enclave | Pilot |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1803 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 79 L |