2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2011 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano 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 140 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Murano. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Murano weights approximately 48 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 Nissan Murano. 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Murano. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Centieme | 2011 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Centieme | Murano |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1842 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 82 L |