1997 Buick Century vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 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, 1997 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Rover 75. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1997 Buick Century.
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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Century | 2008 Rover 75 | |
Make | Buick | Rover |
Model | Century | 75 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |