2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 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. Both 2003 Buick Centieme and 2008 Porsche 911 are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Buick Centieme. (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Centieme. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 254 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Centieme. (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Centieme.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Centieme | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Centieme | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |