2005 Acura RL vs. 1996 Buick Century
To start off, 2005 Acura RL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RL (296 HP) has 177 more horse power than 1996 Buick Century. (119 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Century.
Because 2005 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL 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, 2005 Acura RL (353 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Century. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RL | 1996 Buick Century | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | RL | Century |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 119 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2664 mm |
