2009 BMW 335 vs. 2008 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Buick Park Avenue. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick Park Avenue.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Buick Park Avenue (265 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 2008 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 2008 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 335 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2792 cc |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3009 mm |