2000 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2008 Volvo C70
To start off, 2008 Volvo C70 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Buick Park Avenue 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 37 more horse power than 2008 Volvo C70. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo C70 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 Buick Park Avenue.
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, 2000 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo C70. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo C70. 2000 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2008 Volvo C70 has manual transmission. 2008 Volvo C70 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 | 2008 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Park Avenue | C70 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 190 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |