1998 Buick Century vs. 2006 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 8 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1998 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Century weights approximately 442 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Because 2006 Chevrolet SSR 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 Chevrolet SSR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Century. 1998 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet SSR has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet SSR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Century | 2006 Chevrolet SSR | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Century | SSR |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 401 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 95 L |
