2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento 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 (285 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sorento. (188 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Enclave | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Enclave | Sorento |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1735 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |