2010 Buick Enclave vs. 2009 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 Buick Enclave is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 BMW 535. (268 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Enclave weights approximately 433 kg more than 2009 BMW 535. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 535 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 BMW 535. 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 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Buick Enclave | 2009 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | Enclave | 535 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2168 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
