2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner

To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (245 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 168 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (382 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota 4Runner.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Buick Centieme 2005 Toyota 4Runner
Make Buick Toyota
Model Centieme 4Runner
Year Released 2003 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 3948 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 400 HP 245 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 382 Nm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1794 kg 1962 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 87 L


 

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