1999 Ford Falcon vs. 2002 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2002 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Ford Falcon. (232 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 210 kg more than 1999 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ford Falcon 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 1999 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Falcon. (374 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Falcon. 2002 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Falcon | 2002 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Ford | Buick |
| Model | Falcon | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
