2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2012 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2012 Dodge Journey 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. Both 2009 Buick Enclave and 2012 Dodge Journey are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Journey. (283 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Journey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 184 kg more than 2012 Dodge Journey. 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 Dodge Journey. 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, 2009 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Journey. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Enclave | 2012 Dodge Journey | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Enclave | Journey |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2891 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 78 L |