2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2008 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Eos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Eos would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. (201 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Eos.
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 (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Enclave | 2008 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Enclave | Eos |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |