2005 Buick Century vs. 2008 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 3 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, 2008 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Buick Century. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Century weights approximately 410 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Because 2008 Ford Fusion 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, 2008 Ford Fusion 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, 2008 Ford Fusion (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Century. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Century | 2008 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Century | Fusion |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |