2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 743 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (360 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Centieme | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Centieme | Nitro |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 2537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 74 L |