2004 Volkswagen Passat vs. 1997 Buick Park Avenue

To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 212 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. 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 (313 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm). This means 1997 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Volkswagen Passat 1997 Buick Park Avenue
Make Volkswagen Buick
Model Passat Park Avenue
Year Released 2004 1997
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1786 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 170 HP 205 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 313 Nm
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 96.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 86.4 mm
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1682 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 5260 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2900 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 70 L


 

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