1999 Buick Century vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio 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, 1999 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Century weights approximately 447 kg more than 2011 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio. 1999 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2011 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2011 Kia Rio 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 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | Century | Rio |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| 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 | 1073 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
