1997 Buick Century vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 11 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, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1997 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Century weights approximately 340 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Century | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Century | Accord |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |