1998 Buick Century vs. 2007 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2007 Infiniti FX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti FX (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1998 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Century.
Because 2007 Infiniti FX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Infiniti FX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Infiniti FX (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Century | 2007 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Buick | Infiniti |
Model | Century | FX |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |