2001 Buick Century vs. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2001 Buick Century. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Century weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Buick Century. (264 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Century | 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Century | Corvette |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 544 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |