1999 Buick Century vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 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, 1999 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 Buick Century.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota. 1999 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2004 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2004 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Century | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Century | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2850 mm |
