2003 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2005 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (227 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Buick Park Avenue. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Jaguar X-Type.
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) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (279 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Park Avenue | 2005 Jaguar X-Type | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Park Avenue | X-Type |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 279 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1647 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |