2006 Kia Sedona vs. 2002 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Buick Park Avenue. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2002 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 260 kg more than 2002 Buick Park Avenue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sedona | 2002 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Kia | Buick |
Model | Sedona | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |