1999 Buick Century vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1999 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 725 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Century | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Century | R |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3216 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |