2003 Buick Centieme vs. 1996 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. 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 311 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. 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) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. (165 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 1996 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Centieme | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2480 mm |
