2005 Buick Century vs. 1998 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2005 Buick Century is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Century (176 HP) has 109 more horse power than 1998 Skoda Felicia. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1998 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Century weights approximately 545 kg more than 1998 Skoda Felicia. 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, 2005 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Skoda Felicia. (100 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Skoda Felicia. 2005 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1998 Skoda Felicia has manual transmission. 1998 Skoda Felicia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Century | 1998 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Buick | Skoda |
| Model | Century | Felicia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2460 mm |
