2002 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 368 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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 Park Avenue (312 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (240 Nm). This means 2002 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Park Avenue | 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Park Avenue | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |