2004 Buick Regal vs. 1997 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2004 Buick Regal is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Buick Regal. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 Buick Regal. 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, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Regal. (305 Nm). This means 1997 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Regal | 1997 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Regal | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 387 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |