2001 Buick Century vs. 2012 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 11 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, 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. 2001 Buick Century weights approximately 15 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Tucson.
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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Century | 2012 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Century | Tucson |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |