1996 Chevrolet APV vs. 1999 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1999 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet APV would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 125 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet APV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet APV. (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet APV | 1999 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
Model | APV | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2780 mm |