2003 Buick Century vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 2003 Buick Century is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Buick Century. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Century weights approximately 100 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Because 1996 Toyota Cresta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Toyota Cresta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Century | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Century | Cresta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
