2002 Buick Century vs. 2011 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 9 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, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2002 Buick Century. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2002 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, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick Century. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick Century. 2002 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2011 Saab 05-Sep has manual transmission. 2011 Saab 05-Sep 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 | 2011 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Buick | Saab |
| Model | Century | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
