1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2005 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2005 Ford Econoline is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econoline weights approximately 679 kg more than 1995 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 2005 Ford Econoline 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 2005 Ford Econoline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue, 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, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Park Avenue | 2005 Ford Econoline | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Park Avenue | Econoline |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 2325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3510 mm |