2001 Buick Century vs. 2007 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 176 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 Buick Century.
Because 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Buick Century. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Century | 2007 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Century | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |
