2004 Buick Century vs. 1996 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 2004 Buick Century is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2004 Buick Century. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 210 kg more than 2004 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Stealth 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, 1996 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Century. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Century. 2004 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1996 Dodge Stealth has manual transmission. 1996 Dodge Stealth will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Century | 1996 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Century | Stealth |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2480 mm |
