1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2010 Holden Calais
To start off, 2010 Holden Calais is newer by 14 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, 2010 Holden Calais (278 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1996 Buick Park Avenue. (240 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Holden Calais should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 2010 Holden Calais 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 2010 Holden Calais. 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) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Holden Calais. (350 Nm). This means 1996 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Holden Calais.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Park Avenue | 2010 Holden Calais | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Park Avenue | Calais |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3798 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 278 HP |
Torque | 387 Nm | 350 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |