2001 Holden Berlina vs. 1998 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2001 Holden Berlina is newer by 3 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. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 96 kg more than 2001 Holden Berlina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Holden Berlina 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 2001 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Holden Berlina | 1998 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Holden | Buick |
Model | Berlina | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2780 mm |