1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2005 Kia Towner

To start off, 2005 Kia Towner is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2005 Kia Towner. (38 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Towner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 476 kg more than 2005 Kia Towner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Buick Park Avenue 2005 Kia Towner
Make Buick Kia
Model Park Avenue Towner
Year Released 1995 2005
Body Type Sedan Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 796 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 242 HP 38 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1646 kg 1170 kg
Vehicle Length 5240 mm 3370 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1410 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 1820 mm


 

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