1992 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2007 Kia K2700
To start off, 2007 Kia K2700 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2007 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 Kia K2700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia K2700 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 2007 Kia K2700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia K2700. 1992 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia K2700 has manual transmission. 2007 Kia K2700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick Park Avenue | 2007 Kia K2700 | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | Park Avenue | K2700 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2390 mm |
