2004 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv
To start off, 2004 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv (276 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 432 kg more than 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv.
Because 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Park Avenue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv. (214 Nm @ 8000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Park Avenue | 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Park Avenue | RX-Evolv |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |