2003 Buick Centieme vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Focus 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 271 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 594 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Focus. 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 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 1999 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Centieme | Focus |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
