2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 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 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 2012 BMW X5. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 456 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X5. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | Centieme | X5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| 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 | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 85 L |
