1998 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2009 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Getz is newer by 11 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 124 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 535 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Getz. 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Getz. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Park Avenue | 2009 Hyundai Getz | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Park Avenue | Getz |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1151 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |