2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 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 215 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 349 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Centieme | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Centieme | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |