2005 Buick Century vs. 2003 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2005 Buick Century is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Buick Century. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 161 kg more than 2005 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, 2003 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Century. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Century | 2003 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Century | Avalon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |