2003 Ford Ka vs. 2008 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2008 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Ka would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Park Avenue (251 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 929 kg more than 2003 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Buick Park Avenue 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 2008 Buick Park Avenue. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Ka, 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, 2008 Buick Park Avenue (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka. 2008 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Ka | 2008 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Ford | Buick |
| Model | Ka | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5175 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1899 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3009 mm |
