2003 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2000 Mazda 323
To start off, 2003 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP) has 131 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 535 kg more than 2000 Mazda 323. 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, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda 323. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda 323. 2003 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda 323 has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Park Avenue | 2000 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Park Avenue | 323 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| 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 | 1147 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
