1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2008 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2008 Isuzu KB is newer by 12 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 300 kg more than 2008 Isuzu KB.
Because 2008 Isuzu KB is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Isuzu KB. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Isuzu KB. (190 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Isuzu KB. 1996 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2008 Isuzu KB has manual transmission. 2008 Isuzu KB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Park Avenue | 2008 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Buick | Isuzu |
| Model | Park Avenue | KB |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2197 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
