1997 Buick Century vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Century weights approximately 162 kg more than 2010 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Century | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Century | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 53 L |