2000 Suzuki Vitara vs. 2002 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2002 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 510 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2002 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. 2002 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2000 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 2000 Suzuki Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Suzuki Vitara | 2002 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Suzuki | Buick |
Model | Vitara | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2780 mm |