2004 Buick Century vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada

To start off, both 2004 Buick Century and 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada (275 HP) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Buick Century. (176 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 567 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 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 Oldsmobile Bravada (373 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Century. (264 Nm). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Century.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Buick Century 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada
Make Buick Oldsmobile
Model Century Bravada
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3134 cc 4195 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 176 HP 275 HP
Torque 264 Nm 373 Nm
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 102 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 10.1:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 2087 kg
Vehicle Length 4950 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1900 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.8 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 83 L


 

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