Jeep Cherokee vs. Buick Century
When we compare the Jeep Cherokee's and the Buick Century's specifications and ratings, the Jeep Cherokee has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Buick Century has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Jeep Cherokee's and the Buick Century's specifications and ratings, the Buick Century is a better car than the Jeep Cherokee.
Jeep Cherokee vs. Buick Century Pricing
A used 2001 Jeep Cherokee ranges from $3,996 to $17,675 while a used 2001 Buick Century is priced between $1,995 to $7,997.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Jeep Cherokee’s base engine makes 190 horsepower, and the Buick Century base engine makes 175 horsepower. The Cherokee is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 420 miles. The Century is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 442 miles. This gives the Buick Century the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Jeep Cherokee. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Jeep Cherokee has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3996 - 17675
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.416533
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
1995 - 7997
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Jeep Cherokee Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.003663 / 10
Reliability:
8.210989 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Buick Century Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Jeep Cherokee Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 19Ranking
1 out of / 19Ranking
3 out of / 19Ranking
4 out of / 5Ranking
5 out of / 66Ranking
6 out of / 19Ranking
7 out of / 11Ranking
9 out of / 19Ranking
12 out of / 56Ranking
12 out of / 26Ranking
12 out of / 22Ranking
13 out of / 22Ranking
13 out of / 19Ranking
14 out of / 56Ranking
16 out of / 19Ranking
16 out of / 19Ranking
17 out of / 19Ranking
19 out of / 66Ranking
19 out of / 56Ranking
19 out of / 19Ranking
19 out of / 19Ranking
22 out of / 66Ranking
22 out of / 66Ranking
29 out of / 56Ranking
32 out of / 66Ranking
32 out of / 66Ranking
32 out of / 56Ranking
40 out of / 66Ranking
40 out of / 56Ranking
40 out of / 49Ranking
41 out of / 56Ranking
43 out of / 56Ranking
48 out of / 58Ranking
49 out of / 66Ranking
50 out of / 66Ranking
52 out of / 66Ranking
52 out of / 66Buick Century Rankings
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Jeep Cherokee Trim Levels
Classic, Limited, SE, Sport
Buick Century Trim Levels
Custom, Limited
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
190 hp @ 4600 rpm
Torque:
225 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.060 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5000 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
175 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
195 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 21 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
320 / 420 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.1 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 26 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
306 / 442 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.1 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3150 lbs
Width:
69.4 inches
Height:
63.8 inches
Length:
167.5 inches
Wheelbase:
101.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3368 lbs
Width:
72.7 inches
Height:
56.6 inches
Length:
194.6 inches
Wheelbase:
109 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P215/75R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/70R15