2001 Buick Century vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 12 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 8 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 8 kg more than 2001 Buick Century.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester. 2001 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2013 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2013 Subaru Forester 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 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Century | Forester |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2615 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |