2004 Buick Century vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 8 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, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Buick Century. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 38 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, 2004 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Century | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Century | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |