2004 Buick Century vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Buick Century. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia weights approximately 430 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.
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, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Century. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Century | 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Century | Proudia |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2840 mm |