1999 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2008 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2008 Kia Sedona is newer by 9 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sedona weights approximately 293 kg more than 1999 Buick Park Avenue.
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, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sedona. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sedona. 1999 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Sedona has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Sedona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Park Avenue | 2008 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Park Avenue | Sedona |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |