2002 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1999 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 Buick Park Avenue. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 354 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. (383 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. 1999 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1999 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Buick |
| Model | Lancer | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |
