2003 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1992 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2003 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Buick Park Avenue. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 48 kg more than 2003 Buick Park Avenue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Jaguar XJS 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 1992 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1992 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Park Avenue. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Park Avenue. 2003 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1992 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1992 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Buick Park Avenue | 1992 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Park Avenue | XJS |
Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |