1997 Buick Century vs. 2004 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 7 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 292 kg more than 1997 Buick Century.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1997 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. (191 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Century | 2004 Hyundai Trajet | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Century | Trajet |
Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |