2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra 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 232 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (168 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 409 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra. 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 2006 Opel Astra. 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 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 2006 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Centieme | Astra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 52 L |
