2001 Buick Century vs. 2012 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2012 Renault Trafic 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, 2001 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2012 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Trafic.
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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Trafic. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Trafic. 2001 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Trafic has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Trafic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Century | 2012 Renault Trafic | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Century | Trafic |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |