2004 Buick Century vs. 2013 Dodge AVENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge AVENGER is newer by 9 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge AVENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge AVENGER (279 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2004 Buick Century. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge AVENGER should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge AVENGER weights approximately 22 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.
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, 2004 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge AVENGER. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge AVENGER.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Century | 2013 Dodge AVENGER | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Century | AVENGER |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4892 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2064 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2765 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |