2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1997 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (152 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.
Because 2009 Dodge Sprinter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Sprinter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Buick Park Avenue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (280 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1997 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Dodge | Buick |
Model | Sprinter | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |