2003 Dodge Durango vs. 1992 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2003 Dodge Durango is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Durango weights approximately 329 kg more than 1992 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 2003 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Durango 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, 2003 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick Park Avenue. (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Durango | 1992 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Dodge | Buick |
Model | Durango | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2820 mm |