1997 Toyota Avensis vs. 2000 Buick Century
To start off, 2000 Buick Century is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Century weights approximately 295 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2000 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis. 2000 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Avensis | 2000 Buick Century | |
| Make | Toyota | Buick |
| Model | Avensis | Century |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 3134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
