1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2004 Acura RL
To start off, 2004 Acura RL is newer by 9 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) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Acura RL. (225 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura RL weights approximately 29 kg more than 1995 Buick Park Avenue.
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) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura RL. (313 Nm). This means 1995 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Park Avenue | 2004 Acura RL | |
Make | Buick | Acura |
Model | Park Avenue | RL |
Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 225 HP |
Torque | 380 Nm | 313 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |