2005 Hummer H2 vs. 1997 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2005 Hummer H2 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hummer H2 (325 HP) has 120 more horse power than 1997 Buick Park Avenue. (205 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1221 kg more than 1997 Buick Park Avenue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hummer H2 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 Hummer H2 (496 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Park Avenue. (313 Nm). This means 2005 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hummer H2 | 1997 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Hummer | Buick |
| Model | H2 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 205 HP |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 70 L |
