2001 Buick Century vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Buick Century would be higher. 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 47 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2001 Buick Century.
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, 2004 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Buick Century. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Century | 2004 Rover 75 | |
Make | Buick | Rover |
Model | Century | 75 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |