1999 Buick Century vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 615 kg more than 1999 Buick Century.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz CL (900 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 649 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Century. 1999 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Century | CL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | TBD |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5106 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1426 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2955 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
