2007 BMW X5 vs. 2000 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Buick Park Avenue. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2000 Buick Park Avenue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 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, 2000 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X5 | 2000 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | X5 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |