2004 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 617 kg more than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan (315 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Park Avenue | 2006 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Park Avenue | Multivan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 2299 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |