2009 Saturn Vue vs. 1994 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Vue. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Vue.
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, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Vue. (227 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Saturn Vue | 1994 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Saturn | Buick |
Model | Vue | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2401 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 227 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |