2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1992 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 13 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 238 kg more than 1992 Buick Park Avenue.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 1992 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1992 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Dodge | Buick |
Model | Grand Caravan | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 380 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |