1996 Buick Century vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Buick Century. (161 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Century.
Because 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Century | 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Buick | Vauxhall |
| Model | Century | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3100 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 202 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1364 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2662 mm | 2470 mm |
