2009 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2000 Buick Century
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 9 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 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (196 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2000 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 430 kg more than 2000 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Wrangler | 2000 Buick Century | |
| Make | Jeep | Buick |
| Model | Wrangler | Century |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3776 cc | 3134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
