1997 Buick Century vs. 2009 Buick Enclave

To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 12 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (285 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1997 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Buick Enclave (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Century.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Buick Century 2009 Buick Enclave
Make Buick Buick
Model Century Enclave
Year Released 1997 2009
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3135 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 165 HP 285 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 11.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4950 mm 5130 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.8 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 83 L


 

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