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Buick Century vs Toyota Camry

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2005 Buick Century

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2026 Toyota Camry

Overview

SpecBuick CenturyStandardToyota CamryLE
Selected trimStandardLE
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission4-speed automaticcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typegashybrid
Model year20052026

Pricing & market

SpecBuick CenturyStandardToyota CamryLE
MSRP$22,040 (best)$29,000
Lowest listing price$9,321 (best)
Median listing price$31,267 (best)
Highest listing price$46,938 (best)
For sale now0300 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecBuick CenturyStandardToyota CamryLE
Combined MPG21 MPG51 MPG (best)
City MPG18 MPG53 MPG (best)
Highway MPG27 MPG50 MPG (best)
Fuel tank17 gal (best)13 gal

Performance

SpecBuick CenturyStandardToyota CamryLE
Horsepower175 hp225 hp (best)
Torque195 lb-ft (best)
Engine size3.1 L (best)2.5 L
CylindersV6I4

Size & capability

SpecBuick CenturyStandardToyota CamryLE
Seating6 seats (best)5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume16.7 cu ft (best)15.1 cu ft
Towing capacity1,000 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,342 lbs (best)3,450 lbs
Ground clearance5.4 in (best)
Wheelbase109 in111.2 in (best)
Length194.6 in (best)193.5 in
Width72.7 in (best)72.4 in
Height56.6 in56.9 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecBuick CenturyStandardToyota CamryLE
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)3 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover5 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimBuick CenturyToyota Camry
1

Standard

$22,040 MSRP(Currently comparing)

LE

$29,000 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

LE

$30,525 MSRP

3

SE

$31,300 MSRP

4

SE

$32,825 MSRP

5

Nightshade

$32,300 MSRP

6

Nightshade

$33,825 MSRP

7

XLE

$34,000 MSRP

8

XLE

$35,525 MSRP

9

XSE

$35,200 MSRP

10

XSE

$36,725 MSRP

Live inventory

Buick Century vs Toyota Camry FAQ

Which is better: 2005 Buick Century or 2026 Toyota Camry?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2005 Buick Century vs 2026 Toyota Camry on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2005 Buick Century or 2026 Toyota Camry?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2005 Buick Century starts lower at $22,040. Live Toyota Camry listings start at $9,321.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2005 Buick Century or 2026 Toyota Camry?
The 2005 Buick Century leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (22,040).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2005 Buick Century or 2026 Toyota Camry?
The 2026 Toyota Camry leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (51).
Which has better horsepower: 2005 Buick Century or 2026 Toyota Camry?
The 2026 Toyota Camry leads on horsepower in this comparison (232).
Which has better seats: 2005 Buick Century or 2026 Toyota Camry?
The 2005 Buick Century leads on seats in this comparison (6).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2005 Buick Century or 2026 Toyota Camry?
The 2005 Buick Century leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2005 Buick Century vs 2026 Toyota Camry?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Toyota Camry (5/5 NHTSA overall).