2002 Buick Century vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2002 Buick Century. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2002 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 790 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 GMC Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 GMC Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick Century. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick Century | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Century | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |
