2003 Buick Century vs. 2007 Subaru Outback

To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback 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 1 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Outback. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Outback weights approximately 38 kg more than 2003 Buick Century.

Because 2007 Subaru Outback 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, 2007 Subaru Outback 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, 2003 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Buick Century 2007 Subaru Outback
Make Buick Subaru
Model Century Outback
Year Released 2003 2007
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3134 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 176 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 264 Nm 229 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1558 kg
Vehicle Length 4950 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.8 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 64 L


 

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