2003 Buick Centieme vs. 1997 Chevrolet Suburban
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 Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 306 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 1997 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Centieme | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3350 mm |
