1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 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, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 246 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 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 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. (302 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Park Avenue | 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Park Avenue | Genesis Coupe |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3798 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1494 kg |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |