2004 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1990 Peugeot 309
To start off, 2004 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 309. (91 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 792 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 309. 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, 2004 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 309. (135 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Park Avenue | 1990 Peugeot 309 | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | Park Avenue | 309 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |