1999 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2002 Kia Towner
To start off, 2002 Kia Towner is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2002 Kia Towner. (43 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Towner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 512 kg more than 2002 Kia Towner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Park Avenue | 2002 Kia Towner | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | Park Avenue | Towner |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 1820 mm |
