1999 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2009 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 is newer by 10 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. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 567 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i10. 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, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (153 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10. 1999 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai i10 has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai i10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Park Avenue | 2009 Hyundai i10 | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Park Avenue | i10 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |