2004 Buick Century vs. 2005 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2005 Subaru Outback Sport 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 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Outback Sport. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Outback Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Century weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Subaru Outback Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2005 Subaru Outback Sport 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 Buick Century (264 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Outback Sport. (225 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Outback Sport.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Century | 2005 Subaru Outback Sport | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Century | Outback Sport |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |