2001 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2004 Kia Optima
To start off, 2004 Kia Optima is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Kia Optima. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 133 kg more than 2004 Kia Optima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Buick Park Avenue (313 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Optima. (199 Nm). This means 2001 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Park Avenue | 2004 Kia Optima | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Park Avenue | Optima |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 199 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |