1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 10 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1995 Buick Park Avenue. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 823 kg more than 1995 Buick Park Avenue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Buick Park Avenue. (380 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Park Avenue | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Park Avenue | Express |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 2425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |