1999 Dodge Charger vs. 1994 Buick Park Avenue

To start off, 1999 Dodge Charger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Charger (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1994 Buick Park Avenue. (242 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1994 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 284 kg more than 1999 Dodge Charger.

Because 1999 Dodge Charger 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 1999 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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. 1994 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1999 Dodge Charger has manual transmission. 1999 Dodge Charger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Dodge Charger 1994 Buick Park Avenue
Make Dodge Buick
Model Charger Park Avenue
Year Released 1999 1994
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4700 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 321 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1362 kg 1646 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 5240 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 4760 mm 2820 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 68 L


 

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