2004 Buick Century vs. 2004 Hummer H1
To start off, both 2004 Buick Century and 2004 Hummer H1 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hummer H1 (205 HP) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Buick Century. (176 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hummer H1 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hummer H1 weights approximately 1752 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 2004 Hummer H1 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, 2004 Hummer H1 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, 2004 Hummer H1 (597 Nm) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Century. (264 Nm). This means 2004 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Century | 2004 Hummer H1 | |
| Make | Buick | Hummer |
| Model | Century | H1 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 6504 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 205 HP |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 597 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 20.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 3272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 159 L |
