2001 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1994 GMC Typhoon
To start off, 2001 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2001 Buick Park Avenue. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 2001 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 53 kg more than 2001 Buick Park Avenue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 GMC Typhoon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 GMC Typhoon 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, 1994 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Buick Park Avenue. (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Park Avenue | 1994 GMC Typhoon | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Park Avenue | Typhoon |
Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2560 mm |