1992 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 65 kg more than 1992 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape 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, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Park Avenue | 2006 Ford Escape | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Park Avenue | Escape |
Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2261 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2630 mm |