1999 Buick Century vs. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 11 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1999 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 330 kg more than 1999 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser. 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, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Century | 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Century | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |