2002 Subaru Outback vs. 1994 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2002 Subaru Outback is newer by 8 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 88 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 156 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback 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, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Subaru Outback | 1994 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Subaru | Buick |
Model | Outback | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |