2001 Saturn Vue vs. 2011 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2011 Buick Enclave is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2001 Saturn Vue. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2001 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Enclave weights approximately 638 kg more than 2001 Saturn Vue. 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, 2011 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saturn Vue. (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Saturn Vue | 2011 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Saturn | Buick |
| Model | Vue | Enclave |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2007 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3020 mm |
