2008 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1993 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 15 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, 2008 Hyundai Sonata (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1993 Buick Park Avenue. (205 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 4 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Sonata.
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, 2008 Hyundai Sonata (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Buick Park Avenue. (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Buick Park Avenue. 1993 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Sonata has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Sonata 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:
| 2008 Hyundai Sonata | 1993 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Hyundai | Buick |
| Model | Sonata | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 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 | 1646 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2820 mm |
