2005 Isuzu Ascender vs. 1993 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2005 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Isuzu Ascender (275 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1993 Buick Park Avenue. (205 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 434 kg more than 1993 Buick Park Avenue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Ascender 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 Isuzu Ascender (373 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Buick Park Avenue. (260 Nm). This means 2005 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Isuzu Ascender | 1993 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Isuzu | Buick |
| Model | Ascender | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 205 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2084 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2820 mm |
