1999 Buick Century vs. 2012 Saab 03-Sep

To start off, 2012 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 13 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, 2012 Saab 03-Sep (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1999 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 235 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 2012 Saab 03-Sep 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, 2012 Saab 03-Sep 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, 2012 Saab 03-Sep (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Century.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Buick Century 2012 Saab 03-Sep
Make Buick Saab
Model Century 03-Sep
Year Released 1999 2012
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3134 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 165 HP 220 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 349 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1755 kg
Fuel Consumption 7.8 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 61 L


 

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