2003 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2009 Holden Colorado
To start off, 2009 Holden Colorado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Holden Colorado (210 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Buick Park Avenue. (205 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Holden Colorado should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 2009 Holden Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Holden Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Holden Colorado (313 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Park Avenue. (312 Nm). This means 2009 Holden Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Park Avenue | 2009 Holden Colorado | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Park Avenue | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
