2004 Buick Century vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Century 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 28 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 511 kg more than 2004 Buick Century.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Century. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Century | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Buick | Jeep |
Model | Century | Cherokee |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 2776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 2031 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |