1998 Buick Century vs. 2010 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2010 GMC Acadia 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1998 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Acadia weights approximately 622 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, 2010 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Century | 2010 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Century | Acadia |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2142 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |