2001 Buick Century vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 30 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Century weights approximately 165 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 Impreza 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Century | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Century | Impreza |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1988 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2645 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |