2004 Buick Century vs. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 9 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, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Buick Century. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 40 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. (244 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Century | 2013 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Century | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| 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 | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
