2001 Buick Century vs. 2007 Dodge Caravan

To start off, 2007 Dodge Caravan 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caravan. (150 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Century weights approximately 160 kg more than 2007 Dodge Caravan. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caravan. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caravan.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Buick Century 2007 Dodge Caravan
Make Buick Dodge
Model Century Caravan
Year Released 2001 2007
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3135 cc 2429 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 176 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 264 Nm 224 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 87.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 101.1 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 9.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1360 kg
Vehicle Length 4950 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 76 L


 

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