2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback 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. Both 2009 Buick Enclave and 2011 Subaru Outback are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Outback. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 338 kg more than 2011 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Outback. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Enclave | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Enclave | Outback |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |