1997 Buick Century vs. 2008 Hyundai Entourage
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Entourage 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Entourage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1997 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Century weights approximately 462 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Entourage.
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 Hyundai Entourage (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Entourage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Century | 2008 Hyundai Entourage | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Century | Entourage |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1058 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |