2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2003 Buick Centieme. (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Centieme. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 316 kg more than 2003 Buick Centieme. 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 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (998 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Centieme. (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Centieme.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Centieme | SL |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 998 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
