2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 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. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (493 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2003 Buick Centieme. (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Centieme. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 224 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Porsche 911. 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (649 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Centieme. (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Centieme.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Centieme | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2350 mm |
