1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2006 Hummer H1
To start off, 2006 Hummer H1 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 6,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H1 (300 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1996 Buick Park Avenue. (240 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H1 should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hummer H1 weights approximately 1144 kg more than 1996 Buick Park Avenue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hummer H1 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H1 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, 2006 Hummer H1 (705 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Park Avenue. (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Park Avenue | 2006 Hummer H1 | |
Make | Buick | Hummer |
Model | Park Avenue | H1 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 6604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 300 HP |
Torque | 387 Nm | 705 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 99.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2904 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 195 L |