2005 Buick Century vs. 2010 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 5 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, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Buick Century. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 54 kg more than 2005 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Century. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Century | 2010 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Buick | Saab |
Model | Century | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
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 | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |