2002 Buick Century vs. 1997 Rover 600
To start off, 2002 Buick Century is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 600 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1997 Rover 600. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Century weights approximately 260 kg more than 1997 Rover 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 600. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 600. 2002 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1997 Rover 600 has manual transmission. 1997 Rover 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick Century | 1997 Rover 600 | |
| Make | Buick | Rover |
| Model | Century | 600 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |
