2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2013 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Azera 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, 2013 Hyundai Azera (289 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Buick Enclave. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 311 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Azera.
Because 2009 Buick Enclave is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Hyundai Azera. 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 Hyundai Azera. (346 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Azera.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Enclave | 2013 Hyundai Azera | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Enclave | Azera |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 289 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2845 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |