2004 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1999 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2004 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 7,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Suburban (250 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. (205 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Suburban weights approximately 273 kg more than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 GMC Suburban 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 1999 GMC Suburban. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1999 GMC Suburban (455 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. (312 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Park Avenue | 1999 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Park Avenue | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 7400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3350 mm |
