2010 Buick Enclave vs. 2007 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Buick Enclave is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A3 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 187 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Enclave weights approximately 888 kg more than 2007 Audi A3. 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Buick Enclave | 2007 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Enclave | A3 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2168 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
