2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (360 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 759 kg more than 2003 Buick Centieme.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Centieme | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 2553 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 8032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1971 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3396 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 136 L |
