2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 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 173 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 324 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester. 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Centieme | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Centieme | Forester |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |