2008 GMC Envoy vs. 1993 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy is newer by 15 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1993 Buick Park Avenue. (242 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 967 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, 1993 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Envoy. (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Envoy | 1993 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | GMC | Buick |
Model | Envoy | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |