2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 6,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Buick Centieme. (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Centieme. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 701 kg more than 2003 Buick Centieme. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom. 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, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Centieme. (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Centieme.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Buick | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Centieme | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 6747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |
