2005 Buick Century vs. 2009 Ford Edge
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 4 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (261 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Buick Century. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Century weights approximately 554 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Edge. (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Century | 2009 Ford Edge | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Century | Edge |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |