2007 Acura MDX vs. 1997 Buick Century
To start off, 2007 Acura MDX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1997 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Century.
Because 2007 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX 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, 2007 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura MDX | 1997 Buick Century | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | MDX | Century |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 64 L |