2003 Buick Centieme vs. 1997 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 101 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 1997 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Centieme | Astro |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
