2002 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1991 Saab 9000
To start off, 2002 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1991 Saab 9000. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1991 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 377 kg more than 1991 Saab 9000. 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, 2002 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saab 9000. 2002 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1991 Saab 9000 has manual transmission. 1991 Saab 9000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Park Avenue | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Buick | Saab |
Model | Park Avenue | 9000 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |