1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2004 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 8 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 111 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar X-Type. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 Jaguar X-Type. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar X-Type. (337 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar X-Type. 1996 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2004 Jaguar X-Type has manual transmission. 2004 Jaguar X-Type 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 | 2004 Jaguar X-Type | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Park Avenue | X-Type |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 337 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |