1998 Ford Contour vs. 2004 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2004 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Contour would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1998 Ford Contour. (195 HP @ 6625 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 329 kg more than 1998 Ford Contour. 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, 2004 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Contour. (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Contour. 2004 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Contour has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Contour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Contour | 2004 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Ford | Buick |
Model | Contour | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6625 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1411 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |