2003 Audi A3 vs. 2003 Buick Centieme
To start off, both 2003 Audi A3 and 2003 Buick Centieme were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Centieme is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2003 Audi A3. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 589 kg more than 2003 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A3 | 2003 Buick Centieme | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | A3 | Centieme |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |