2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte 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 244 more horse power than 2011 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 556 kg more than 2011 Kia Forte. 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 Forte. 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 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | Centieme | Forte |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 195 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 | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 52 L |
