2005 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (186 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 421 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox 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 (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Park Avenue | 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Park Avenue | Equinox |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |