2003 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 5 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, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 192 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Park Avenue. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Park Avenue | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Park Avenue | Passat |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |