2005 Volkswagen Bora 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 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Bora 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 214 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Enclave weights approximately 1003 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. 2011 Buick Enclave has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Bora has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Bora 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:
| 2005 Volkswagen Bora | 2011 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Buick |
| Model | Bora | Enclave |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2007 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |
