2003 BMW X3 vs. 2003 Buick Centieme
To start off, both 2003 BMW X3 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 199 more horse power than 2003 BMW X3. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X3 weights approximately 136 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X3. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X3 | 2003 Buick Centieme | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | X3 | Centieme |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |