1999 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2004 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2004 Ford Galaxy 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Ford Galaxy. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 1 kg more than 1999 Buick Park Avenue.
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, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Galaxy. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Galaxy. 1999 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Galaxy has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Galaxy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Park Avenue | 2004 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Park Avenue | Galaxy |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1683 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |