1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2006 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2006 Fiat Croma is newer by 11 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 97 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Croma. (145 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 271 kg more than 2006 Fiat Croma. 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) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm). This means 1995 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Croma. 1995 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Croma has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Croma 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 | 2006 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Park Avenue | Croma |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2197 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 145 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
