2001 Buick Century vs. 2001 Nissan Almera
To start off, both 2001 Buick Century and 2001 Nissan Almera were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Almera. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Century weights approximately 150 kg more than 2001 Nissan Almera. 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, 2001 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Almera. (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Almera. 2001 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2001 Nissan Almera has manual transmission. 2001 Nissan Almera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Century | 2001 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Century | Almera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
