1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 211 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (260 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra. 1995 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Astra 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 Opel Astra | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Park Avenue | Astra |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |