1998 Buick Century vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 12 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 25 more horse power than 2010 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Century weights approximately 330 kg more than 2010 Ford Focus. 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, 1998 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Focus. 1998 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Focus 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 | 2010 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Century | Focus |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1722 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2614 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 51 L |
