2005 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2000 Oldsmobile Profile

To start off, 2005 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Oldsmobile Profile. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Oldsmobile Profile would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2000 Oldsmobile Profile. (206 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2000 Oldsmobile Profile. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 202 kg more than 2000 Oldsmobile Profile. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Oldsmobile Profile is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile Profile 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, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Oldsmobile Profile. (353 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Oldsmobile Profile.

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