1997 Buick Century vs. 2004 Mazda B4000

To start off, 2004 Mazda B4000 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 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B4000 (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1997 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 147 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 2004 Mazda B4000 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, 2004 Mazda B4000 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, 2004 Mazda B4000 (310 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Century.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Buick Century 2004 Mazda B4000
Make Buick Mazda
Model Century B4000
Year Released 1997 2004
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3135 cc 4031 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 165 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 310 Nm
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 85 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 9.0:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1667 kg
Vehicle Length 4950 mm 5130 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 3200 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.8 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 74 L


 

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