2000 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1997 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2000 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1997 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1997 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 962 kg more than 1997 Westfield ZEI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Westfield ZEI 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 1997 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Westfield ZEI. 2000 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1997 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 1997 Westfield ZEI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick Park Avenue | 1997 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Buick | Westfield |
Model | Park Avenue | ZEI |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2340 mm |