1998 Buick Century vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 6 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 11 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 430 kg more than 1998 Buick Century.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Century | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Century | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 6710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 4020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |
