2002 Buick Century vs. 2013 BMW X6
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 is newer by 11 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 4,395 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X6 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2002 Buick Century. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 weights approximately 650 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.
Because 2013 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 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, 2013 BMW X6 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick Century. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Century | 2013 BMW X6 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Century | X6 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.2 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2195 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 85 L |