2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Buick Centieme. (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Centieme. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 476 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (551 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Centieme. (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Centieme.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Centieme | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Centieme | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 551 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |