2002 Buick Century vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Buick Century. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2002 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 435 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, 2002 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Sienna. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Century | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Century | Sienna |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |