2008 Chrysler Neon vs. 1997 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Neon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 377 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Neon.
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, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Neon. (177 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Neon | 1997 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Chrysler | Buick |
| Model | Neon | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 205 HP |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
