2004 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1995 Rover 414i
To start off, 2004 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 414i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 414i 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 104 more horse power than 1995 Rover 414i. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 414i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 536 kg more than 1995 Rover 414i. 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 414i. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 414i. 2004 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1995 Rover 414i has manual transmission. 1995 Rover 414i will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Park Avenue | 1995 Rover 414i | |
| Make | Buick | Rover |
| Model | Park Avenue | 414i |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
