2003 Buick Century vs. 2007 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2007 Skoda Superb is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Superb. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Superb weights approximately 125 kg more than 2003 Buick Century.
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, 2007 Skoda Superb (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Century. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Century | 2007 Skoda Superb | |
Make | Buick | Skoda |
Model | Century | Superb |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |