2002 Buick Century vs. 2008 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Toyota Celica is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Celica (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Buick Century. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2002 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Century weights approximately 305 kg more than 2008 Toyota Celica.
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, 2002 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Celica. 2002 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick Century | 2008 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Century | Celica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
