1999 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2001 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Impala. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 110 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Impala. 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 (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Impala. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Park Avenue | 2001 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Park Avenue | Impala |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
