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 |