1996 Toyota Venture vs. 2000 Buick Century
To start off, 2000 Buick Century is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Century weights approximately 180 kg more than 1996 Toyota Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Venture. 2000 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Venture has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Venture will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Venture | 2000 Buick Century | |
Make | Toyota | Buick |
Model | Venture | Century |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1812 cc | 3134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |