1997 Buick Century vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1997 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Century.
Because 2009 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Century | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Century | Boxster |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |