1992 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 455 kg more than 1992 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander 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, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick Park Avenue. (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Park Avenue | 2005 Chevrolet Uplander | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Park Avenue | Uplander |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3050 mm |