2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2003 Proton 400
To start off, both 2003 Buick Centieme and 2003 Proton 400 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 326 more horse power than 2003 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 824 kg more than 2003 Proton 400. 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 Proton 400. 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 434 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Centieme | 2003 Proton 400 | |
Make | Buick | Proton |
Model | Centieme | 400 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |