2008 Buick Enclave vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Buick Enclave is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Enclave (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Enclave weights approximately 855 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa. 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, 2008 Buick Enclave (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Enclave | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Enclave | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 44 L |
