1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino 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 178 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino. (62 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino. 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino. 1996 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino has manual transmission. 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino 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 Suzuki Cappuccino | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Park Avenue | Cappuccino |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3798 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 60.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2060 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |