1995 Buick Century vs. 2012 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2012 Ford Taurus is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Taurus (365 HP) has 204 more horse power than 1995 Buick Century. (161 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick Century.
Because 2012 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus 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, 2012 Ford Taurus (474 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 2012 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Century | 2012 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Century | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3100 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 365 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1364 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2662 mm | 2868 mm |
