2007 Volvo XC70 vs. 1993 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC70 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 (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 Volvo XC70. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1993 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 2007 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 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 (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo XC70. (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volvo XC70 | 1993 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Volvo | Buick |
Model | XC70 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1741 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |