2007 Jeep Commander vs. 1994 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1994 Buick Park Avenue. (205 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1994 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 760 kg more than 1994 Buick Park Avenue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander 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, 2007 Jeep Commander (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Buick Park Avenue. (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Commander | 1994 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Jeep | Buick |
Model | Commander | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2820 mm |