2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2013 Ford Flex. (281 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Flex weights approximately 82 kg more than 2009 Buick Enclave.
Because 2009 Buick Enclave is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Flex. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Flex. (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Enclave | 2013 Ford Flex | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Enclave | Flex |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
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 | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2256 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1726 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2994 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |