1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2001 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2001 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (215 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 175 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. 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, 2001 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (298 Nm). This means 2001 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2001 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
Model | Monte Carlo | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 240 HP |
Torque | 298 Nm | 387 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |