2001 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2001 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP) has 77 more horse power than 1996 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 182 kg more than 1996 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-V 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, 2001 Buick Park Avenue (313 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 2001 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CR-V. 2001 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 1996 Honda CR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Park Avenue | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Park Avenue | CR-V |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 128 HP |
Torque | 313 Nm | 180 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |