1991 GMC Jimmy vs. 2002 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2002 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1991 GMC Jimmy. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1991 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 140 kg more than 2002 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 1991 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick Park Avenue. (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 GMC Jimmy | 2002 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | GMC | Buick |
| Model | Jimmy | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2780 mm |
