2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2008 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 5 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (279 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 406 kg more than 2003 Buick Centieme.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Express. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 2008 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Centieme | Express |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 117 L |
