2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 3 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Buick Enclave. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 593 kg more than 2009 Buick Enclave. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Buick Enclave is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Enclave | 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Enclave | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 2539 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1895 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 95 L |