2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1995 Buick Century
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP) has 139 more horse power than 1995 Buick Century. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick Century.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 1995 Buick Century | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
| Model | Silverado | Century |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2664 mm |
