2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1997 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 9 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1997 Buick Park Avenue. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 797 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 2006 Chevrolet Express 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Park Avenue. (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 1997 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
Model | Express | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |