2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego 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 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2011 Kia Borrego. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Borrego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 509 kg more than 2011 Kia Borrego. 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 Kia Borrego. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Borrego. (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Centieme | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Centieme | Borrego |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 78 L |