2009 Mazda 6 vs. 2010 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2010 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 3,725 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Buick Park Avenue. (251 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 341 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6.
Because 2010 Buick Park Avenue is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Buick Park Avenue. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Mazda 6 (365 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick Park Avenue. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda 6 | 2010 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Mazda | Buick |
Model | 6 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3725 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3009 mm |