1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2009 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 14 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1995 Buick Park Avenue. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 33 kg more than 1995 Buick Park Avenue. 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS. 1995 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2009 Cadillac BLS has manual transmission. 2009 Cadillac BLS 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 | 2009 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Park Avenue | BLS |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 74.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |