2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda 626 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 300 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 408 kg more than 2000 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda 626. (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Centieme | 626 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |
