2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra

To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 588 kg more than 2012 Nissan Sentra. 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 Nissan Sentra. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Sentra.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Buick Enclave 2012 Nissan Sentra
Make Buick Nissan
Model Enclave Sentra
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 288 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 366 Nm 199 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1946 kg 1358 kg
Vehicle Length 5130 mm 4575 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1791 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1511 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2685 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.7 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 55 L


 

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