2009 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1996 Honda Integra
To start off, 2009 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Integra would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Park Avenue (251 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1996 Honda Integra. (176 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 692 kg more than 1996 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Buick Park Avenue 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 2009 Buick Park Avenue. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Integra, 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. 2009 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Integra has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Park Avenue | 1996 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Park Avenue | Integra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 176 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1891 kg | 1199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5175 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1899 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3009 mm | 2570 mm |
