2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2000 Buick Century
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2000 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick Century.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2000 Buick Century | |
Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
Model | Silverado | Century |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |