2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Polo 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 181 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Enclave | Polo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |
