2004 BMW 325 vs. 1996 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 165 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1996 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 325 | 1996 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 325 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 387 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |