2008 Buick Enclave vs. 2010 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Buick Enclave. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Buick Enclave 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 75 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen GTI. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Enclave weights approximately 484 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen GTI. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen GTI. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen GTI. 2008 Buick Enclave has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen GTI has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen GTI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Buick Enclave will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Enclave | 2010 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Enclave | GTI |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4211 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
