1997 Buick Century vs. 2001 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2001 Dodge Durango is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Durango (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1997 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Durango weights approximately 455 kg more than 1997 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Durango 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, 2001 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Century | 2001 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Century | Durango |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2950 mm |
