2008 Lexus IS vs. 2003 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2008 Lexus IS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus IS.
Because 2008 Lexus IS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lexus IS 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, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus IS. 2003 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2008 Lexus IS has manual transmission. 2008 Lexus IS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus IS | 2003 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Lexus | Buick |
| Model | IS | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
