1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1996 Jaguar XJS
To start off, both 1996 Buick Park Avenue and 1996 Jaguar XJS were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Jaguar XJS. (222 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1996 Jaguar XJS.
Because 1996 Jaguar XJS 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 1996 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue, 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. 1996 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1996 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1996 Jaguar XJS 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 | 1996 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Park Avenue | XJS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 3978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 222 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
