1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2003 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2003 Pontiac G6 is newer by 7 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, 2003 Pontiac G6 (286 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1996 Buick Park Avenue. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 239 kg more than 2003 Pontiac G6.
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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac G6. (369 Nm). This means 1996 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Park Avenue | 2003 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | Park Avenue | G6 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3798 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 369 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1501 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2950 mm |