1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7
To start off, 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 is newer by 15 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 67 more horse power than 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7. (173 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7.
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 @ 3200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Park Avenue | 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 | |
Make | Buick | Luxgen |
Model | Park Avenue | Luxgen7 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3798 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |