2006 BMW X5 vs. 1990 Buick Century
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (355 HP) has 246 more horse power than 1990 Buick Century. (109 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Century.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 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, 2006 BMW X5 (490 Nm) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Century. (183 Nm). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 1990 Buick Century | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | X5 | Century |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2662 mm |
