2005 Acura MDX vs. 2003 Buick Centieme
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 2 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 135 more horse power than 2005 Acura MDX. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 252 kg more than 2003 Buick Centieme.
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) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 2003 Buick Centieme | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | MDX | Centieme |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 64 L |
