2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 vs. 1997 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 (353 HP) has 113 more horse power than 1997 Buick Park Avenue. (240 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 107 kg more than 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8.
Because 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 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 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 Dodge Hemi Super 8 (536 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Park Avenue. (387 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 | 1997 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Dodge | Buick |
| Model | Hemi Super 8 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2780 mm |
