2003 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2012 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 9 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 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 670 kg more than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. 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 (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. 2003 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2012 Daewoo Kalos has manual transmission. 2012 Daewoo Kalos 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 | 2012 Daewoo Kalos | |
Make | Buick | Daewoo |
Model | Park Avenue | Kalos |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3798 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
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 | 1740 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |