2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 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 259 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i30. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 423 kg more than 2011 Hyundai i30. 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 2011 Hyundai i30. 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 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i30. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Centieme | i30 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1371 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 53 L |
