2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1998 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (180 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 333 kg more than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 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, 1998 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (285 Nm). This means 1998 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1998 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Chrysler | Buick |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2424 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
