2003 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2003 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, both 2003 Buick Park Avenue and 2003 Jaguar X-Type were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 3 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. (202 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 77 kg more than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar X-Type 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, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. (244 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. 2003 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2003 Jaguar X-Type has manual transmission. 2003 Jaguar X-Type 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 | 2003 Jaguar X-Type | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Park Avenue | X-Type |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |