2007 Acura RDX vs. 1997 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 10 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 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 240 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Because 2007 Acura RDX 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, 2007 Acura RDX 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, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 1997 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | RDX | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
