2012 Buick Enclave vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V70. (207 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 506 kg more than 2003 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Buick Enclave. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Buick Enclave | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Enclave | V70 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2168 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1842 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
