2003 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2013 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2013 Toyota Matrix is newer by 10 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, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Matrix. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 397 kg more than 2013 Toyota Matrix. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Matrix. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Matrix. 2003 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2013 Toyota Matrix has manual transmission. 2013 Toyota Matrix 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 | 2013 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Park Avenue | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
