1999 Buick Century vs. 2004 Lexus ES
To start off, 2004 Lexus ES 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus ES (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1999 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus ES weights approximately 49 kg more than 1999 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, 2004 Lexus ES (325 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Century | 2004 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | Century | ES |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
