1999 Buick Century vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC 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, 1999 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Century weights approximately 15 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen CC. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Century | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Century | CC |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |