1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2001 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2001 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. (157 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 196 kg more than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. 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, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. 1995 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2001 Jaguar X-Type has manual transmission. 2001 Jaguar X-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Park Avenue | 2001 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Park Avenue | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2099 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
