2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 273 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (127 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 140 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Centieme | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Centieme | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |