2007 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 1993 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,884 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1993 Buick Park Avenue. (205 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 710 kg more than 1993 Buick Park Avenue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander (325 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Buick Park Avenue. (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Uplander | 1993 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
Model | Uplander | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3884 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2820 mm |