2005 Buick Century vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2005 Buick Century is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Element 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (153 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 17 kg more than 2005 Buick Century.
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) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Century | 2004 Honda Element | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Century | Element |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |