2003 Buick Century vs. 2010 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i20 is newer by 7 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 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i20.
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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i20. 2003 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2010 Hyundai i20 has manual transmission. 2010 Hyundai i20 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 | 2010 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Century | i20 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |