1997 Buick Century vs. 2007 Cadillac SRX

To start off, 2007 Cadillac SRX is newer by 10 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1997 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 369 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 2007 Cadillac SRX 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, 2007 Cadillac SRX 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, 2007 Cadillac SRX (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Century.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Buick Century 2007 Cadillac SRX
Make Buick Cadillac
Model Century SRX
Year Released 1997 2007
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3135 cc 3556 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 165 HP 255 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 344 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 10.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1889 kg
Vehicle Length 4950 mm 4960 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2960 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.8 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 76 L


 

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