1999 Buick Century vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 9 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 2008 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 345 kg more than 1999 Buick Century.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Century | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Buick | SsangYong |
Model | Century | Korando |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |