2009 Ford GT vs. 2012 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2012 Buick Enclave. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 648 kg more than 2009 Ford GT.
Because 2009 Ford GT 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 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Enclave. 2012 Buick Enclave has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford GT has manual transmission. 2009 Ford GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Buick Enclave will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford GT | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Ford | Buick |
| Model | GT | Enclave |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1842 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 83 L |
