2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2013 Acura MDX
To start off, 2013 Acura MDX is newer by 4 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Buick Enclave. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura MDX weights approximately 123 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 2013 Acura MDX. 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, both vehicles can yield 366 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2009 Buick Enclave | 2013 Acura MDX | |
Make | Buick | Acura |
Model | Enclave | MDX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.2 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 2069 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2238 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1733 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 79 L |