2001 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Buick Park Avenue 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 36 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (169 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 457 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Buick Park Avenue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Buick Park Avenue. (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Buick Park Avenue. 2001 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Buick Mercedes-Benz
Model Park Avenue C
Year Released 2001 2009
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 2148 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 205 HP 169 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 313 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.5 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 88.3 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1682 kg 1225 kg
Vehicle Length 5260 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1450 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 6.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 66 L


 

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