2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige 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 45 more horse power than 2011 Lotus Exige. (240 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Because 2011 Lotus Exige 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 Lotus Exige. 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 (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Exige. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Exige. 2009 Buick Enclave has automatic transmission and 2011 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2011 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick Enclave will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Buick Enclave | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Buick | Lotus |
Model | Enclave | Exige |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 44 L |