1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2004 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2004 Renault Scenic 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 166 more horse power than 2004 Renault Scenic. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 56 kg more than 2004 Renault Scenic. 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) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Scenic. (105 Nm). This means 1996 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Park Avenue | 2004 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Park Avenue | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1704 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |
