2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 2 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (270 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 390 kg more than 2003 Buick Centieme.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Centieme | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
