2003 Buick Century vs. 2006 Dodge Magnum

To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Century would be higher. At 6,064 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Magnum (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2003 Buick Century. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 230 kg more than 2003 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Dodge Magnum is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Dodge Magnum (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Century. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Century.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Buick Century 2006 Dodge Magnum
Make Buick Dodge
Model Century Magnum
Year Released 2003 2006
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3134 cc 6064 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 176 HP 425 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 264 Nm 570 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 10.3:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1750 kg
Vehicle Length 4950 mm 5030 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 3050 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 72 L


 

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