2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1992 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (202 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 44 kg more than 1992 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 1992 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Buick |
| Model | C | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
