2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 195 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Enclave | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 42 L |
