1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2003 GMC Sonoma

To start off, 2003 GMC Sonoma is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2003 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 176 kg more than 2003 GMC Sonoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 GMC Sonoma 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, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Sonoma. 1995 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2003 GMC Sonoma has manual transmission. 2003 GMC Sonoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Buick Park Avenue 2003 GMC Sonoma
Make Buick GMC
Model Park Avenue Sonoma
Year Released 1995 2003
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 2196 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 242 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1646 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 5240 mm 5210 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 3130 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 98 L


 

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