1999 Buick Century vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara

To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 8 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (157 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.

Because 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (213 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Buick Century 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
Make Buick Suzuki
Model Century Grand Vitara
Year Released 1999 2008
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3134 cc 2493 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 165 HP 157 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 213 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4950 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 10.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 66 L


 

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