2001 Buick Century vs. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 5 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 42 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 325 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, 2001 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Century | 2006 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Century | Captiva |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2403 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |