2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2007 Opel Corsa

To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Corsa 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 (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (106 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 856 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Buick Enclave is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave will offer significantly more control. 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 (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa. 2009 Buick Enclave has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Corsa 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.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Buick Enclave 2007 Opel Corsa
Make Buick Opel
Model Enclave Corsa
Year Released 2009 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 288 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 366 Nm 160 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 2600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1946 kg 1090 kg
Vehicle Length 5130 mm 3850 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 7.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 50 L


 

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