2002 Buick Century vs. 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7

To start off, 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Buick Century 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 3 more horse power than 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7. (173 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2002 Buick Century.

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, 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick Century. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick Century.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Buick Century 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7
Make Buick Luxgen
Model Century Luxgen7
Year Released 2002 2010
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3135 cc 2200 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 176 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 264 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic 5-speed automated manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1830 kg
Vehicle Length 4950 mm 4845 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1876 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1768 mm


 

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