2001 Audi A8 vs. 2003 Buick Centieme
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 746 kg more than 2003 Buick Centieme.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2003 Buick Centieme (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2003 Buick Centieme | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A8 | Centieme |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2540 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
