2001 Mitsubishi ASX vs. 2007 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2007 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi ASX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi ASX would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Park Avenue (251 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi ASX. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi ASX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi ASX weights approximately 14 kg more than 2007 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi ASX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi ASX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Buick Park Avenue (340 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi ASX. (240 Nm). This means 2007 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi ASX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi ASX | 2007 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Buick |
| Model | ASX | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5175 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1899 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3009 mm |
