1999 Buick Century vs. 2011 Honda Civic

To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 12 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, 2011 Honda Civic (198 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Buick Century. (165 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Century weights approximately 253 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic.

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) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (193 Nm). This means 1999 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic. 1999 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2011 Honda Civic 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 2011 Honda Civic
Make Buick Honda
Model Century Civic
Year Released 1999 2011
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3134 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 165 HP 198 HP
Torque 251 Nm 193 Nm
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 11:01
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1267 kg
Vehicle Length 4950 mm 4276 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1785 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1445 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 7.8 L/100km 7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 12.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 9.1 L/100km


 

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