2005 Hyundai Atos vs. 2011 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2011 Buick Enclave is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Atos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Atos 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 231 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (57 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Enclave weights approximately 1284 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Atos. 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (89 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos. 2011 Buick Enclave has automatic transmission and 2005 Hyundai Atos has manual transmission. 2005 Hyundai Atos 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.
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2005 Hyundai Atos | 2011 Buick Enclave | |
Make | Hyundai | Buick |
Model | Atos | Enclave |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1085 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 884 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2007 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |