2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1999 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 260 kg more than 1999 Buick Park Avenue.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento. 1999 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 1999 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Kia | Buick |
Model | Sorento | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1740 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |