1999 Volvo V70 vs. 2009 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2009 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo V70 (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Buick Park Avenue. (251 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 141 kg more than 1999 Volvo V70.
Because 1999 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Buick Park Avenue (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo V70. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo V70. 2009 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1999 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 1999 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Volvo V70 | 2009 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Volvo | Buick |
Model | V70 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2435 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3009 mm |