1997 Buick Century vs. 2010 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 3008 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 57 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 3008. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 3008.
Because 2010 Peugeot 3008 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 Peugeot 3008 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, 1997 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 3008. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 3008.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Century | 2010 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Century | 3008 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2613 mm |
