1999 Buick Century vs. 2013 Lincoln MKZ

To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKZ is newer by 14 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln MKZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKZ (296 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1999 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKZ should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKZ weights approximately 220 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 2013 Lincoln MKZ 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, 2013 Lincoln MKZ 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, 2013 Lincoln MKZ (366 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Century.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Buick Century 2013 Lincoln MKZ
Make Buick Lincoln
Model Century MKZ
Year Released 1999 2013
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3134 cc 3700 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 165 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 366 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 95 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1740 kg
Vehicle Length 4950 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 2116 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1478 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.8 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 66 L


 

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