2005 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2012 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 7 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP) has 106 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Aveo. (99 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Aveo.
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 (312 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Aveo. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Aveo. 2005 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Aveo has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Aveo 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Park Avenue | Aveo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4039 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 46 L |
