1997 Buick Century vs. 2005 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 8 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 135 more horse power than 1997 Buick Century. (165 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 667 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 2005 GMC Envoy 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, 2005 GMC Envoy 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, 2005 GMC Envoy (447 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Century | 2005 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Century | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3280 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 95 L |
