1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2005 Mazda Marathon
To start off, 2005 Mazda Marathon is newer by 9 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 136 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Marathon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 243 kg more than 2005 Mazda Marathon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Marathon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mazda Marathon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Marathon. 1996 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda Marathon has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda Marathon 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 | 2005 Mazda Marathon | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Park Avenue | Marathon |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2260 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 10 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1517 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |