2010 Kia Cee'd vs. 1997 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 283 kg more than 2010 Kia Cee'd. 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, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Cee'd. 1997 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Cee'd has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Cee'd will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Cee'd | 1997 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Kia | Buick |
| Model | Cee'd | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1399 kg | 1682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
