2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Buick Centieme. (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Centieme. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 528 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Centieme. (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Centieme.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Centieme | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 6199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
