2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2004 Mazda Premacy

To start off, 2004 Mazda Premacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Centieme. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Centieme 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 290 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 559 kg more than 2004 Mazda Premacy. 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 2004 Mazda Premacy. 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 397 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Premacy.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Buick Centieme 2004 Mazda Premacy
Make Buick Mazda
Model Centieme Premacy
Year Released 2003 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 1835 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 400 HP 110 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1794 kg 1235 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 58 L


 

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