2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2012 Bentley Mulsanne
To start off, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 9 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 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne (505 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2003 Buick Centieme. (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Centieme. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 791 kg more than 2003 Buick Centieme. 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 2012 Bentley Mulsanne. 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, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne (1,018 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Centieme. (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Centieme.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 2012 Bentley Mulsanne | |
| Make | Buick | Bentley |
| Model | Centieme | Mulsanne |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 6800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 505 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 1018 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1521 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3266 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 96 L |
