2005 BMW X3 vs. 2011 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2011 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW X3 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Park Avenue (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 BMW X3. (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 76 kg more than 2005 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Buick Park Avenue (265 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW X3. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW X3 | 2011 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | X3 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3009 mm |