2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Passat 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 124 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Enclave. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Enclave. 2009 Buick Enclave has automatic transmission and 2003 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2003 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick Enclave will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Buick Enclave | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Enclave | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 62 L |