2003 Buick Century vs. 2000 Cadillac Imaj
To start off, 2003 Buick Century is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Cadillac Imaj. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Cadillac Imaj would be higher. At 4,228 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Imaj is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Imaj (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2003 Buick Century. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Imaj should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Imaj weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Cadillac Imaj is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Imaj 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, 2000 Cadillac Imaj (553 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Century. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Imaj will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Century | 2000 Cadillac Imaj | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Century | Imaj |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 4228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3110 mm |
