1998 Buick Century vs. 2006 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2006 Toyota RunX 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, 1998 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RunX. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RunX.
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 @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RunX. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RunX. 1998 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota RunX has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota RunX 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 Toyota RunX | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Century | RunX |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |