2004 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 1994 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 446 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (166 Nm). This means 1994 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Volkswagen New Beetle | 1994 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Volkswagen | Buick |
Model | New Beetle | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 380 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |