1999 Buick Century vs. 2009 Dodge Sprinter

To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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, 1999 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (155 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 440 kg more than 1999 Buick Century.

Because 2009 Dodge Sprinter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Sprinter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 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 2009 Dodge Sprinter
Make Buick Dodge
Model Century Sprinter
Year Released 1999 2009
Body Type Sedan Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3134 cc 2987 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 165 HP 155 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 9.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1960 kg
Vehicle Length 4950 mm 7350 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 2740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 4330 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 95 L