2005 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2006 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick Park Avenue 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 108 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi L 200. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2005 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi L 200 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. 2005 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2006 Mitsubishi L 200 has manual transmission. 2006 Mitsubishi L 200 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 | 2006 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Park Avenue | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
