1998 Buick Century vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (242 HP) has 77 more horse power than 1998 Buick Century. (165 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 113 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.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Century | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
