1999 Buick Century vs. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 10 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Century weights approximately 259 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Century. 1999 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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.
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1999 Buick Century | 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Century | Colorado |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |