1997 Buick Century vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 16 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1997 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 50 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 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Century. 1997 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2013 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2013 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Century | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Century | Forester |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2615 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
