2004 Buick Century vs. 2004 Saturn ION
To start off, both 2004 Buick Century and 2004 Saturn ION were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Saturn ION. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Century weights approximately 270 kg more than 2004 Saturn ION. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn ION. 2004 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2004 Saturn ION has manual transmission. 2004 Saturn ION 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 | 2004 Saturn ION | |
Make | Buick | Saturn |
Model | Century | ION |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |