2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2011 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2011 Nissan Cube 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 278 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 529 kg more than 2011 Nissan Cube. 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 Nissan Cube. 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 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 2011 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Centieme | Cube |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
