2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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) has 239 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 439 kg more than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. 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) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (343 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Fortuner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Centieme | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
