1997 Buick Century vs. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (305 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1997 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 523 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 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (453 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Century | 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Buick | Jeep |
Model | Century | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |