1997 Ford Maverick vs. 2009 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2009 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Park Avenue (251 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 41 kg more than 1997 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick 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, 2009 Buick Park Avenue (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick. 2009 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 1997 Ford Maverick will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Maverick | 2009 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Ford | Buick |
| Model | Maverick | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5175 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1899 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
