2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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 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 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 159 kg more than 2003 Buick Centieme.
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 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (283 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Centieme | 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Centieme | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 283 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1953 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 95 L |