2005 Peugeot Partner vs. 1993 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2005 Peugeot Partner 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, 1993 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP) has 168 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot Partner. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 446 kg more than 2005 Peugeot Partner. 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, 1993 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot Partner. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot Partner. 1993 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2005 Peugeot Partner has manual transmission. 2005 Peugeot Partner will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot Partner | 1993 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Peugeot | Buick |
| Model | Partner | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
