2004 Renault Clio vs. 1997 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2004 Renault Clio 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, 2004 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Buick Park Avenue. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 324 kg more than 2004 Renault Clio.
Because 2004 Renault Clio 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 Renault Clio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Clio. 1997 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Clio | 1997 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Renault | Buick |
| Model | Clio | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4650 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
