1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1998 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 860 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. 1996 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1998 Daihatsu Sirion has manual transmission. 1998 Daihatsu Sirion 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 | 1998 Daihatsu Sirion | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Park Avenue | Sirion |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 37 L |