2005 Audi S4 vs. 2003 Buick Centieme
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Audi S4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 119 kg more than 2005 Audi S4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 3200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2003 Buick Centieme | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | S4 | Centieme |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
