2002 Buick Century vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 9 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX (265 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2002 Buick Century. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2002 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 396 kg more than 2002 Buick Century. 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick Century. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Century | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Century | SRX |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6950 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4834 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 79 L |