2001 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2000 Dodge Avenger

To start off, 2001 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Avenger would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 312 kg more than 2000 Dodge Avenger.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Avenger. (232 Nm). This means 2001 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Avenger.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Buick Park Avenue 2000 Dodge Avenger
Make Buick Dodge
Model Park Avenue Avenger
Year Released 2001 2000
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 205 HP 0 HP
Torque 313 Nm 232 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1682 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 5260 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 49 L


 

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