2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro 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. Both 2003 Buick Centieme and 2012 Chevrolet Camaro are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. (323 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 79 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. 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 Chevrolet Camaro. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Centieme | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Centieme | Camaro |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |