2001 Buick Century vs. 1999 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2001 Buick Century is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2001 Buick Century. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2001 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 185 kg more than 2001 Buick Century. 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 Cadillac Eldorado (407 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Buick Century. (264 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Century | 1999 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Century | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 4564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |
