1996 Buick Century vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 9 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 3,100 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Century (161 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord.
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, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Century | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Century | Accord |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3100 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4849 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1374 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2664 mm | 2630 mm |
