2010 Buick Enclave vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Buick Enclave. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Buick Enclave 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 140 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Enclave weights approximately 868 kg more than 2012 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Buick Enclave | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Enclave | SX4 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2168 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4511 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |