1998 Buick Century vs. 1999 Toyota XYR
To start off, 1999 Toyota XYR 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, 1999 Toyota XYR (180 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota XYR should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Century weights approximately 380 kg more than 1999 Toyota XYR.
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) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota XYR. (175 Nm). This means 1998 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota XYR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Century | 1999 Toyota XYR | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Century | XYR |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2680 mm |
