2003 Buick Century vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander is newer by 5 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 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2003 Buick Century. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1061 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 2008 Toyota Highlander 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, 2008 Toyota Highlander 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, 2008 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Century. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Century | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Century | Highlander |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 3546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 73 L |