2003 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2011 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2011 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Park Avenue (251 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 381 kg more than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 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, 2011 Buick Park Avenue (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021. 2011 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 has manual transmission. 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2011 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Beijing | Buick |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5175 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1899 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3009 mm |
