2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 7 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 260 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 593 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Civic. 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 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Centieme | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Centieme | Civic |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1201 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |