2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 10 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 2013 GMC Acadia are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2013 GMC Acadia. (284 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 318 kg more than 2003 Buick Centieme.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 GMC Acadia. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Centieme | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |
