2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2013 Mazda CX-09
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-09 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 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mazda CX-09 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2013 Mazda CX-09. (269 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda CX-09. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-09 weights approximately 116 kg more than 2009 Buick Enclave.
Because 2013 Mazda CX-09 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Buick Enclave. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-09 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 2013 Mazda CX-09 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Enclave | CX-09 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 2062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5108 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1728 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |
