1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2005 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2005 Holden Monaro is newer by 10 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. Both 1995 Buick Park Avenue and 2005 Holden Monaro are equipped with a 3,791 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 44 kg more than 2005 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Holden Monaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Monaro. (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Monaro. 1995 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2005 Holden Monaro has manual transmission. 2005 Holden Monaro 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 | 2005 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Park Avenue | Monaro |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2800 mm |