2008 Acura TL vs. 1997 Buick Century
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 11 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1997 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Century weights approximately 246 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
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, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 1997 Buick Century | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | TL | Century |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |