2003 Buick Century vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Buick Century. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Century weights approximately 80 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60.
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, 2003 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Century | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Century | S60 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |