1998 Buick Century vs. 1999 Kia Rio
To start off, 1999 Kia Rio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Century weights approximately 575 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio. 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, 1998 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Century | 1999 Kia Rio | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Century | Rio |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2420 mm |