2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2012 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2012 Nissan X-Trail 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 151 more horse power than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. (137 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan X-Trail.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. 2009 Buick Enclave has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick Enclave will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Enclave | 2012 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Enclave | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |