2003 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1998 Volvo S80
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 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S80 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S80. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 29 kg more than 1998 Volvo S80. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S80. (280 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Park Avenue | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Park Avenue | S80 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1653 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 16.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |