1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1998 Acura SLX
To start off, 1998 Acura SLX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Acura SLX. (225 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura SLX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 185 kg more than 1998 Acura SLX. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura SLX. (312 Nm). This means 1996 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura SLX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Park Avenue | 1998 Acura SLX | |
Make | Buick | Acura |
Model | Park Avenue | SLX |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 225 HP |
Torque | 387 Nm | 312 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1834 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2761 mm |