2007 Subaru Outback vs. 1993 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Outback. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback 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, 1993 Buick Park Avenue (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Subaru Outback | 1993 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Subaru | Buick |
Model | Outback | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2820 mm |