1995 Hyundai Scoupe vs. 2002 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2002 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Hyundai Scoupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Hyundai Scoupe would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1995 Hyundai Scoupe. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1995 Hyundai Scoupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 755 kg more than 1995 Hyundai Scoupe. 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, 2002 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Hyundai Scoupe. (167 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Hyundai Scoupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Hyundai Scoupe | 2002 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Hyundai | Buick |
| Model | Scoupe | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
