2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2001 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Prelude 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 205 more horse power than 2001 Honda Prelude. (195 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 954 kg more than 2001 Honda Prelude. 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 2001 Honda Prelude. 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) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Prelude. (212 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 2001 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Centieme | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 73 L |
