2005 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1998 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 2005 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daewoo Matiz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daewoo Matiz would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 909 kg more than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. 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, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. 2005 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1998 Daewoo Matiz has manual transmission. 1998 Daewoo Matiz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Park Avenue | 1998 Daewoo Matiz | |
| Make | Buick | Daewoo |
| Model | Park Avenue | Matiz |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |
