2005 Holden Statesman vs. 2008 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2008 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Statesman (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Buick Park Avenue. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 201 kg more than 2005 Holden Statesman.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Holden Statesman (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick Park Avenue. (265 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Statesman | 2008 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Holden | Buick |
Model | Statesman | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3009 mm |