2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2000 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Caravan 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 269 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 6 kg more than 2003 Buick Centieme.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Dodge Caravan. 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 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 2000 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Centieme | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1800 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 |
