2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost 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 6,600 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost (563 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2003 Buick Centieme. (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Centieme. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost weights approximately 676 kg more than 2003 Buick Centieme. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost. 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 Rolls-Royce Ghost (780 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Centieme. (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Centieme.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
| Make | Buick | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Centieme | Ghost |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3295 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 82 L |
