2003 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2003 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 Buick Park Avenue.
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, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. (191 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. 2003 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport has manual transmission. 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Park Avenue | 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | Park Avenue | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1702 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |