2001 Buick Century vs. 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 6 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 645 kg more than 2001 Buick Century.
Because 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager will offer significantly more control. 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 Chrysler Grand Voyager (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Buick Century. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Century | 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Century | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
