2001 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2001 Buick Park Avenue. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2001 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 212 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 2010 GMC Sierra 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 2010 GMC Sierra. 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, 2010 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Buick Park Avenue. (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Sierra 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 | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Park Avenue | Sierra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 312 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 506 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1894 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 6580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 4250 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 129 L |