2005 Lancia Thesis vs. 1994 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2005 Lancia Thesis is newer by 11 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 (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Thesis. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 45 kg more than 1994 Buick Park Avenue.
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 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Buick Park Avenue. (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Buick Park Avenue. 1994 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2005 Lancia Thesis has manual transmission. 2005 Lancia Thesis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Thesis | 1994 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Lancia | Buick |
| Model | Thesis | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2820 mm |
