2000 GMC Sierra vs. 2000 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, both 2000 GMC Sierra and 2000 Buick Park Avenue were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2000 GMC Sierra. (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sierra weights approximately 35 kg more than 2000 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 2000 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sierra 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 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Sierra. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Sierra. 2000 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2000 GMC Sierra has manual transmission. 2000 GMC Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 GMC Sierra | 2000 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | GMC | Buick |
Model | Sierra | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2780 mm |