1997 Buick Century vs. 2006 Tata Indica
To start off, 2006 Tata Indica is newer by 9 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 91 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indica. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indica. 1997 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2006 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2006 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Century | 2006 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Buick | Tata |
| Model | Century | Indica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
