2001 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1999 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2001 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1999 Toyota 4Runner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 157 kg more than 2001 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 1999 Toyota 4Runner 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 1999 Toyota 4Runner. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Buick Park Avenue, 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, 2001 Buick Park Avenue (313 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota 4Runner. (290 Nm). This means 2001 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota 4Runner. 2001 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota 4Runner has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota 4Runner will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Park Avenue | 1999 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Park Avenue | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1839 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
