2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2003 Holden Monaro
To start off, both 2003 Buick Centieme and 2003 Holden Monaro were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2003 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 192 kg more than 2003 Holden Monaro. 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 2003 Holden Monaro. 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Monaro. (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Centieme | 2003 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Centieme | Monaro |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |