2004 Buick Century vs. 2011 Alpina B7

To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 7 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 2004 Buick Century. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2004 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Alpina B7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Alpina B7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Century. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Century.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Buick Century 2011 Alpina B7
Make Buick Alpina
Model Century B7
Year Released 2004 2011
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3134 cc 4396 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 176 HP 493 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 264 Nm 700 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 82.7 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1960 kg
Vehicle Length 4950 mm 5050 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 3000 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 12.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 88 L


 

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