2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2008 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avalon 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) has 132 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avalon. (268 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 378 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avalon. 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 Toyota Avalon. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 2008 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Centieme | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
