2005 Acura TL vs. 1993 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2005 Acura TL is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TL (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1993 Buick Park Avenue. (242 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 33 kg more than 2005 Acura TL.
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, 1993 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura TL. (323 Nm). This means 1993 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura TL | 1993 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | TL | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 380 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |