2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 8 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 266 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 51 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 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Centieme | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
