2000 Acura RL vs. 1996 Buick Century
To start off, 2000 Acura RL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura RL (205 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1996 Buick Century. (119 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Century.
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, 2000 Acura RL (304 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Century. (180 Nm). This means 2000 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura RL | 1996 Buick Century | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | RL | Century |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 119 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2664 mm |
