2002 Buick Cielo vs. 1995 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2002 Buick Cielo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Cielo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Buick Cielo. (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2002 Buick Cielo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 126 kg more than 2002 Buick Cielo. 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, 2002 Buick Cielo (387 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Buick Park Avenue. (380 Nm). This means 2002 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick Cielo | 1995 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Cielo | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1646 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2820 mm |
