1998 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2000 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 499 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Astro.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Astro 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, 2000 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Park Avenue. (312 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Park Avenue | 2000 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Park Avenue | Astro |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
