2004 Buick Century vs. 2000 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Buick Century is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Buick Century. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford F-150 weights approximately 555 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 2000 Ford F-150 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, 2000 Ford F-150 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, 2000 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Century. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Century | 2000 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Century | F-150 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3050 mm |