1998 Buick Century vs. 1998 Mercury Sable
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 1998 Buick Century and 1998 Mercury Sable contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 1998 Buick Century and the 1998 Mercury Sable.
When comparing the 1998 Buick Century's and the 1998 Mercury Sable's specifications and ratings, the 1998 Buick Century has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 1998 Buick Century's and the 1998 Mercury Sable's specifications and ratings, the 1998 Buick Century is a better car than the 1998 Mercury Sable.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 1998 Buick Century’s base engine makes 160 horsepower, and the 1998 Mercury Sable base engine makes 145 horsepower. The Century is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 459 miles. The Sable is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 416 miles. This gives the 1998 Buick Century the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 1998 Mercury Sable. Both models use gasoline.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
18765
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
20075
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Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
3526
Price Range:
1533 - 6845
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
3
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
125638
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Used Car Pricing
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Price Range:
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Buick Century Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Mercury Sable Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 1998 Buick Century
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 1998 Mercury Sable
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.122860969076524
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.880262670451483
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N/A
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Buick Century Rankings
Not yet available
Mercury Sable Rankings
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
1998 Buick Century Trim Levels
Custom, Limited
1998 Mercury Sable Trim Levels
GS, LS
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
160 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
185 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.048 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
145 hp @ 5250 rpm
Torque:
170 foot-lbs @ 3250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.043 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.1 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 27 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
289 / 459 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 26 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
272 / 416 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Front Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Roadside assistance:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Front Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.6 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3335 lbs
Width:
72.7 inches
Height:
56.6 inches
Length:
194.6 inches
Wheelbase:
109 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3388 lbs
Width:
73 inches
Height:
55.4 inches
Length:
199.7 inches
Wheelbase:
108.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
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Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
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Wheel Type:
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Tire Size:
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