2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2013 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC90 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Centieme is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2013 Volvo XC90. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 343 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 Volvo XC90. 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 2013 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Centieme | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4807 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1784 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2857 mm |
