1999 Buick Century vs. 2008 Tata Indica
To start off, 2008 Tata Indica 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Century weights approximately 515 kg more than 2008 Tata Indica.
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, 1999 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indica. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indica. 1999 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2008 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2008 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Century | 2008 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Buick | Tata |
| Model | Century | Indica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 37 L |
