2001 Toyota Solara 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 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Solara 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 155 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Solara. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Enclave weights approximately 788 kg more than 2001 Toyota Solara. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Solara. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Solara. 2011 Buick Enclave has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Solara has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Solara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Buick Enclave will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Solara | 2011 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Toyota | Buick |
| Model | Solara | Enclave |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2007 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3020 mm |
