2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2011 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC60 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 100 more horse power than 2011 Volvo XC60. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 127 kg more than 2003 Buick Centieme.
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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo XC60. (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 2011 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Centieme | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
