1998 Buick Century vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 9 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 64 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 395 kg more than 1998 Buick Century.
Because 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 2007 Toyota Quantum. 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, 2007 Toyota Quantum (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Century. 1998 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Quantum has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Century | Quantum |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |