2009 Pontiac G6 vs. 1994 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac G6. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 294 kg more than 2009 Pontiac G6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G6. (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Pontiac G6 | 1994 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Pontiac | Buick |
Model | G6 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |