2011 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2008 Holden UTE
To start off, 2011 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Holden UTE would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Park Avenue (251 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Holden UTE. (242 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2008 Holden UTE.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2011 Buick Park Avenue (340 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Holden UTE. (330 Nm). This means 2011 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Holden UTE. 2011 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2008 Holden UTE has manual transmission. 2008 Holden UTE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Buick Park Avenue | 2008 Holden UTE | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Park Avenue | UTE |
Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 242 HP |
Torque | 340 Nm | 330 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |