2004 Buick Century vs. 1998 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 2004 Buick Century is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile SS would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Buick Century. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Century.
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, 1998 Oldsmobile SS (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Century. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Century | 1998 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Century | SS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
