1999 Buick Century vs. 2006 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Dodge Sprinter 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 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 430 kg more than 1999 Buick Century.
Because 2006 Dodge Sprinter 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, 2006 Dodge Sprinter 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, 2006 Dodge Sprinter (331 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Century | 2006 Dodge Sprinter | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Century | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 2688 cc |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |