1998 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1999 SsangYong W Coupe
To start off, 1999 SsangYong W Coupe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong W Coupe (219 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Buick Park Avenue. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong W Coupe should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 391 kg more than 1999 SsangYong W Coupe.
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, 1999 SsangYong W Coupe (318 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Park Avenue. (312 Nm). This means 1999 SsangYong W Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Park Avenue. 1998 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1999 SsangYong W Coupe has manual transmission. 1999 SsangYong W Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Park Avenue | 1999 SsangYong W Coupe | |
Make | Buick | SsangYong |
Model | Park Avenue | W Coupe |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 219 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 318 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1295 kg |