2005 Buick Century vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 6 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, 2011 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Buick Century. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Century weights approximately 76 kg more than 2011 Honda Accord.
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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord. 2005 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2011 Honda Accord 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 | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Century | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1444 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |