1999 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 37 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Park Avenue. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Park Avenue | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Park Avenue | E |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3199 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |