2005 Buick Century vs. 2012 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 7 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, 2005 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai ix35. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 159 kg more than 2005 Buick Century.
Because 2012 Hyundai ix35 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, 2012 Hyundai ix35 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, 2012 Hyundai ix35 (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Century. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Century. 2005 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai ix35 has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai ix35 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 | 2012 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Century | ix35 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2640 mm |
