2004 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2013 Chrysler 200 CONVERTIBLE
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 200 CONVERTIBLE is newer by 9 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 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 200 CONVERTIBLE (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 200 CONVERTIBLE 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 118 kg more than 2013 Chrysler 200 CONVERTIBLE.
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 (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chrysler 200 CONVERTIBLE. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chrysler 200 CONVERTIBLE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Park Avenue | 2013 Chrysler 200 CONVERTIBLE | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Park Avenue | 200 CONVERTIBLE |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1622 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2121 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2765 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
