2000 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 12 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 65 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 282 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick Park Avenue. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick Park Avenue. 2000 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Park Avenue | Jetta |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4557 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |