2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 3 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 289 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 89 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 3200 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Centieme | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Centieme | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |