2000 Oldsmobile Achieva vs. 1998 Buick Park Avenue

To start off, 2000 Oldsmobile Achieva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 430 kg more than 2000 Oldsmobile Achieva.

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.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Oldsmobile Achieva 1998 Buick Park Avenue
Make Oldsmobile Buick
Model Achieva Park Avenue
Year Released 2000 1998
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2400 cc 3798 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 240 HP
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1310 kg 1740 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 5260 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1900 mm


 

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