2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango 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. Both 2003 Buick Centieme and 2011 Dodge Durango are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Durango. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 431 kg more than 2003 Buick Centieme.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Durango. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Durango. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Centieme | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Centieme | Durango |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1819 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3043 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 93 L |