2003 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2000 Smart ForFour
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 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Smart ForFour 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForFour. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 707 kg more than 2000 Smart ForFour. 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. 2003 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2000 Smart ForFour has manual transmission. 2000 Smart ForFour 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 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Buick | Smart |
| Model | Park Avenue | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
