2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1995 Buick Century

To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP) has 84 more horse power than 1995 Buick Century. (119 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick Century.

Because 2006 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred 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 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Buick Century. (180 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Buick Century.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Five Hundred 1995 Buick Century
Make Ford Buick
Model Five Hundred Century
Year Released 2006 1995
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3001 cc 2200 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 203 HP 119 HP
Torque 281 Nm 180 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type AWD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4803 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1763 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1364 mm
Wheelbase Size 2870 mm 2662 mm


 

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