2005 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2005 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 543 kg more than 1994 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, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle. 2005 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle has manual transmission. 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Park Avenue | 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Park Avenue | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1139 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2520 mm |
