1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1998 Peugeot Partner
To start off, 1998 Peugeot Partner 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 3,798 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 165 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot Partner. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 670 kg more than 1998 Peugeot Partner. 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot Partner. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot Partner. 1996 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1998 Peugeot Partner has manual transmission. 1998 Peugeot Partner 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 Peugeot Partner | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | Park Avenue | Partner |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3798 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2700 mm |