1997 Buick Century vs. 2012 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano is newer by 15 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1997 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Murano weights approximately 306 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.
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, 2012 Nissan Murano (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Century | 2012 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Century | Murano |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 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 | 1826 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 82 L |