2009 Buick Enclave vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (285 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 850. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 850.
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, 2009 Buick Enclave (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 850. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 1995 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Enclave | 850 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 73 L |
