1999 Buick Century vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Century weights approximately 209 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Buick Century (251 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (175 Nm). This means 1999 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Century | 2005 Ford Focus | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Century | Focus |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 175 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 53 L |