2001 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1998 Mini MK VII
To start off, 2001 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mini MK VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mini MK VII 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1998 Mini MK VII. (96 HP @ 6130 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1998 Mini MK VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 947 kg more than 1998 Mini MK VII. 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, 2001 Buick Park Avenue (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mini MK VII. (115 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mini MK VII.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Park Avenue | 1998 Mini MK VII | |
Make | Buick | Mini |
Model | Park Avenue | MK VII |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6130 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2040 mm |