2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1993 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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 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 94 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 385 kg more than 1993 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Cherokee | 1993 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Jeep | Buick |
Model | Cherokee | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2776 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 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 | 2031 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |