2003 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1998 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2003 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP) has 138 more horse power than 1998 Skoda Felicia. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1998 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 707 kg more than 1998 Skoda Felicia. 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, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Skoda Felicia. (100 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Skoda Felicia. 2003 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1998 Skoda Felicia has manual transmission. 1998 Skoda Felicia 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.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Park Avenue | 1998 Skoda Felicia | |
Make | Buick | Skoda |
Model | Park Avenue | Felicia |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2460 mm |