2005 Kia Retona vs. 1992 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 224 kg more than 1992 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Retona 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, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Retona. 1992 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Retona | 1992 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Kia | Buick |
| Model | Retona | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2820 mm |
