2005 Buick Century vs. 2009 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2009 Lincoln MKS 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 3,724 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln MKS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln MKS (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Buick Century. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Century.
Because 2009 Lincoln MKS 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, 2009 Lincoln MKS 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, 2009 Lincoln MKS (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Century. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Century | 2009 Lincoln MKS | |
Make | Buick | Lincoln |
Model | Century | MKS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3724 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |