1999 Buick Century vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Century weights approximately 116 kg more than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2002 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Century | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Century | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1404 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
