2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1998 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (230 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (393 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Park Avenue. (387 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1998 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Jeep | Buick |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 387 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |