2004 Buick Century vs. 2001 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2004 Buick Century is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. (140 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 330 kg more than 2004 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, 2001 Chrysler Voyager (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Century. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Century. 2004 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2001 Chrysler Voyager has manual transmission. 2001 Chrysler Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Century | 2001 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Century | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
