1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 8 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 4 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. (238 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 98 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Park Avenue | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Park Avenue | Golf |
Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 1548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |