2005 Buick Century vs. 2006 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2006 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick Century 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 58 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki SX4. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Century weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki SX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki SX4 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, 2006 Suzuki SX4 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Century. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Century. 2005 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2006 Suzuki SX4 has manual transmission. 2006 Suzuki SX4 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 | 2006 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Century | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
