2003 Buick Centieme vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager

To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (164 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 131 kg more than 2003 Buick Centieme.

Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme 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, 2003 Buick Centieme (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Buick Centieme 1996 Plymouth Voyager
Make Buick Plymouth
Model Centieme Voyager
Year Released 2003 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 3778 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 400 HP 164 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 307 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3100 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1794 kg 1925 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2880 mm


 

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