2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1996 Buick Century
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP) has 226 more horse power than 1996 Buick Century. (119 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Century.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Century. (180 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1996 Buick Century | |
| Make | Dodge | Buick |
| Model | Ram | Century |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 119 HP |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2662 mm |
