2001 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 8 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, 2009 Mazda 3 (263 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2001 Buick Park Avenue. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 132 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3.
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, 2009 Mazda 3 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Buick Park Avenue. (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Buick Park Avenue. 2001 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Park Avenue | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Park Avenue | 3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
