1995 Chrysler Cirrus vs. 2011 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2011 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chrysler Cirrus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chrysler Cirrus would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Park Avenue (251 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1995 Chrysler Cirrus. (164 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1995 Chrysler Cirrus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 564 kg more than 1995 Chrysler Cirrus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Buick Park Avenue 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 2011 Buick Park Avenue. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Cirrus, 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, 2011 Buick Park Avenue (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chrysler Cirrus. (221 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chrysler Cirrus.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chrysler Cirrus | 2011 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Chrysler | Buick |
Model | Cirrus | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1327 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3009 mm |