1999 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2004 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2004 Ford Econoline is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Econoline weights approximately 643 kg more than 1999 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 2004 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 2004 Ford Econoline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2004 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Park Avenue. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Park Avenue | 2004 Ford Econoline | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Park Avenue | Econoline |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 2325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3510 mm |