1998 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2007 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2007 Renault Trafic is newer by 9 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, 1998 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Renault Trafic. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 9 kg more than 2007 Renault Trafic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Trafic. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Trafic. 1998 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Trafic has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Trafic 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 | 2007 Renault Trafic | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Park Avenue | Trafic |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1677 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2240 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |