2001 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2001 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Zafira 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 91 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 262 kg more than 1999 Opel Zafira. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira. 2001 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Zafira 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 | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Park Avenue | Zafira |
Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |