2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 1994 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 12 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1994 Buick Park Avenue. (205 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1994 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 198 kg more than 1994 Buick Park Avenue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jaguar XKR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Jaguar XKR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Buick Park Avenue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Buick Park Avenue. (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XKR | 1994 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Jaguar | Buick |
Model | XKR | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2820 mm |