1997 Buick Century vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 14 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 17 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Century weights approximately 105 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. 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, 1997 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Century | 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Century | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |
