1997 Buick Century vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, both vehicles can yield 165 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Century weights approximately 110 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Buick Century (251 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 1997 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Century | 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Century | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
