2003 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1998 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Tracker. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Tracker.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Tracker is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Chevrolet Tracker. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Park Avenue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Tracker. 1998 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2003 Chevrolet Tracker has manual transmission. 2003 Chevrolet Tracker will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Tracker | 1998 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
Model | Tracker | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2780 mm |