2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2011 Buick Enclave is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2011 Buick Enclave. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Enclave weights approximately 907 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Buick Enclave. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
| Model | Silverado | Enclave |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2007 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 83 L |
