2005 Lexus GX vs. 1997 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2005 Lexus GX 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Lexus GX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus GX weights approximately 380 kg more than 1997 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 2005 Lexus GX 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 Lexus GX 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 Lexus GX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Park Avenue. (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lexus GX | 1997 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Lexus | Buick |
Model | GX | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2780 mm |