2003 Buick Century vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 Buick Century is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Century weights approximately 155 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord. 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, 2003 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord. 2003 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Century | 1996 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Century | Accord |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
