2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 199 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 6 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Centieme | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Centieme | CLS |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |