2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 1994 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2001 Fiat Doblo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 426 kg more than 2001 Fiat Doblo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Doblo. 1994 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2001 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2001 Fiat Doblo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Doblo | 1994 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Fiat | Buick |
Model | Doblo | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1246 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2820 mm |