2003 Subaru Impreza vs. 2011 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2011 Buick Enclave is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Impreza 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 42 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Impreza. (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Enclave weights approximately 758 kg more than 2003 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Buick Enclave. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza 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, 2011 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Impreza. (333 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Impreza.
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2003 Subaru Impreza | 2011 Buick Enclave | |
Make | Subaru | Buick |
Model | Impreza | Enclave |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2007 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |