2010 Buick Enclave vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2010 Buick Enclave is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S40. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Enclave weights approximately 768 kg more than 2006 Volvo S40. 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, 2010 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S40. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Buick Enclave | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Enclave | S40 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2168 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 62 L |
