2009 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 GMC Acadia would be higher. Both 2009 GMC Acadia and 2010 Buick Enclave are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 288 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 267 kg more than 2010 Buick Enclave.
Because 2009 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Buick Enclave. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia | 2010 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | GMC | Buick |
| Model | Acadia | Enclave |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2007 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 83 L |
