2005 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2003 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2005 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. (191 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Wrangler.
Because 2005 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. (319 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Wrangler | 2003 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Jeep | Buick |
| Model | Wrangler | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
