2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue 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 228 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Vue. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Saturn Vue. 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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Vue. (227 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Buick | Saturn |
| Model | Centieme | Vue |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
