2001 Buick Century vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 7 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 3 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Century weights approximately 235 kg more than 2008 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage 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, 2008 Kia Sportage 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, 2001 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Century | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Century | Sportage |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |