2003 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2006 Chevrolet Epica
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Epica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Epica. (142 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Epica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 205 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Epica. 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, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Epica. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Epica.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Park Avenue | 2006 Chevrolet Epica | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Park Avenue | Epica |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3798 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |