2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2010 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2010 Buick Enclave is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (307 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Buick Enclave. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2010 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Enclave weights approximately 380 kg more than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2009 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Buick Enclave, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Cadillac CTS (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick Enclave. 2010 Buick Enclave has automatic transmission and 2009 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2009 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Buick Enclave will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Cadillac CTS | 2010 Buick Enclave | |
Make | Cadillac | Buick |
Model | CTS | Enclave |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2007 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |