2012 Buick Enclave vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Vectra 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 135 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vectra. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 713 kg more than 2007 Opel Vectra. 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, 2012 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vectra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Buick Enclave | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Enclave | Vectra |
Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2168 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1842 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 61 L |