2009 Seat Leon vs. 2011 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2011 Buick Enclave is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Seat Leon would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2009 Seat Leon. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Enclave weights approximately 834 kg more than 2009 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Leon. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Leon. 2011 Buick Enclave has automatic transmission and 2009 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2009 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Buick Enclave will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Seat Leon | 2011 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Seat | Buick |
| Model | Leon | Enclave |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2007 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |
