1999 Buick Century vs. 2006 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 7 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 230 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, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Century | 2006 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Century | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
