2005 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 4 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 101 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 78 kg more than 2005 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando. 2005 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2009 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2009 SsangYong Korando 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 | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Buick | SsangYong |
Model | Park Avenue | Korando |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |