2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser vs. 2009 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2009 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Park Avenue (251 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser. (200 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 327 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Buick Park Avenue 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 2009 Buick Park Avenue. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser, 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, 2009 Buick Park Avenue (340 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser. (271 Nm). This means 2009 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser. 2009 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser has manual transmission. 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser | 2009 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Chrysler | Buick |
| Model | Panel Cruiser | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5175 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1899 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3009 mm |
