2001 BMW X5 vs. 2003 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2003 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2003 Buick Park Avenue. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2003 Buick Park Avenue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 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, 2001 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Park Avenue. (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X5 | 2003 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | X5 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |