2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2000 Buick Century
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2000 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Century weights approximately 259 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 Chevrolet Avalanche (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2000 Buick Century | |
Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
Model | Avalanche | Century |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |