2004 Buick Century vs. 2009 GMC Yukon

To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 5 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (292 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2004 Buick Century. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Century.

Because 2009 GMC Yukon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Century. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Century.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Buick Century 2009 GMC Yukon
Make Buick GMC
Model Century Yukon
Year Released 2004 2009
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3134 cc 4807 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 176 HP 292 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 264 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 9.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 9 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4950 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1960 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2950 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.8 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 98 L


 

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