1997 Buick Century vs. 2006 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2006 Lincoln LS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln LS (239 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1997 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln LS weights approximately 191 kg more than 1997 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lincoln LS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Lincoln LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Lincoln LS (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Century | 2006 Lincoln LS | |
Make | Buick | Lincoln |
Model | Century | LS |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1711 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 85 L |