1996 Buick Century vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Century (119 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1996 Buick Century (180 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm). This means 1996 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Century | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Century | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1364 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2662 mm | 2610 mm |
