1998 Buick Century vs. 2006 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2006 Saab 03-Sep 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1998 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 5 kg more than 1998 Buick Century. 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, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Century | 2006 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Buick | Saab |
| Model | Century | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |
