2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2011 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator 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 135 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Equator. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2011 Suzuki Equator 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 Suzuki Equator. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Enclave | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Enclave | Equator |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |