2004 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1994 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1994 Buick Park Avenue. (242 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1994 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 219 kg more than 1994 Buick Park Avenue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Buick Park Avenue. (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1994 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Buick |
Model | CL | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 99 L | 68 L |