1997 Buick Century vs. 2010 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti EX is newer by 13 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti EX (293 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1997 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti EX weights approximately 199 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 2010 Infiniti EX 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, 2010 Infiniti EX 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, 2010 Infiniti EX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Century | 2010 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Buick | Infiniti |
| Model | Century | EX |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 293 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 82 L |
