2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2005 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2005 TVR Tamora 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 TVR Tamora. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2005 TVR Tamora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 764 kg more than 2005 TVR Tamora. 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 2005 TVR Tamora. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 TVR Tamora. (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 TVR Tamora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 2005 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Buick | TVR |
| Model | Centieme | Tamora |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
