1998 Buick Century vs. 2011 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2011 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 13 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Crown Victoria (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1998 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 320 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 2011 Ford Crown Victoria 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 2011 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 2011 Ford Crown Victoria (369 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Century | 2011 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Century | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 369 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |