2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. 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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Centieme | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |
