1998 Buick Century vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Toyota Camry 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 1 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Camry. (164 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Century weights approximately 60 kg more than 2004 Toyota Camry. 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) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm). This means 1998 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Century | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Century | Camry |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |