Buick Century vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata
When we compare the Buick Century's and the Mazda MX-5 Miata's specifications and ratings, the Buick Century has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars and base engine power. The Mazda MX-5 Miata has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Buick Century's and the Mazda MX-5 Miata's specifications and ratings, the Buick Century is a better car than the Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Buick Century vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata Pricing
A used 2005 Buick Century ranges from $1,894 to $7,345 while a used 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is priced between $6,968 to $14,998.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Buick Century’s base engine makes 175 horsepower, and the Mazda MX-5 Miata base engine makes 142 horsepower. The Century is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 459 miles. The MX-5 Miata is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 312 miles.This gives the Mazda MX-5 Miata the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Buick Century the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
1894 - 7345
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
6968 - 14998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.312131
Buick Century Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Mazda MX-5 Miata Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.644681 / 10
Reliability:
8.089362 / 10
Retained Value:
7.2 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Buick Century Rankings
Not yet available
Mazda MX-5 Miata Rankings
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13 out of / 15Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Buick Century Trim Levels
Custom, Limited, Special Edition, Standard
Mazda MX-5 Miata Trim Levels
Cloth, 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:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
175 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
195 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
142 hp @ 7000 rpm
Torque:
125 foot-lbs @ 5000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.058 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):
18 / 27 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
306 / 459 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 26 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
240 / 312 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree 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 Equipment
360-Degree 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:
39.4 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:
37.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
49.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
5.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
46.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3342 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:
2447 lbs
Width:
66.1 inches
Height:
48.3 inches
Length:
155.3 inches
Wheelbase:
89.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
4 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/70R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P205/45R16