1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1993 Seat Ibiza

To start off, 1996 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP) has 84 more horse power than 1993 Seat Ibiza. (156 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 710 kg more than 1993 Seat Ibiza. 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, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Ibiza. (210 Nm). This means 1996 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Ibiza. 1996 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1993 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 1993 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Buick Park Avenue 1993 Seat Ibiza
Make Buick Seat
Model Park Avenue Ibiza
Year Released 1996 1993
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3798 cc 1781 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 240 HP 156 HP
Torque 387 Nm 210 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1740 kg 1030 kg
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2480 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 55 L


 

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