2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2007 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2007 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Park Avenue (251 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 4 kg more than 2007 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Astro 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, 2007 Buick Park Avenue (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. 2007 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2001 Chevrolet Astro has manual transmission. 2001 Chevrolet Astro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Astro | 2007 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
Model | Astro | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3009 mm |